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ICD-10 Coding for Gallbladder Stones without Inflammation or Obstruction(K80.20, K80.00, K80.21)

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Learn about the ICD-10 code K80.20 for gallbladder stones without cholecystitis or obstruction. Includes documentation requirements and coding tips.

Also known as:
Cholelithiasis without CholecystitisNon-obstructive Gallstones
Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Gallbladder Stones without Inflammation or Obstruction

K00-K95Primary Range

Diseases of the digestive system

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Primary ICD-10-CM Codes
Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
K80.20Billable
Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Acute cholecystitis with gallstonesK80.00
Gallstones with obstructionK80.21

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting Gallbladder Stones without Inflammation or Obstruction.

Documenting 'gallstones' without specifying inflammation status

Impact

Clinical: May lead to inappropriate treatment decisions., Regulatory: Could result in audit findings for insufficient documentation., Financial: Potential for denied claims due to lack of specificity.

Mitigation

Ensure documentation specifies absence of inflammation., Use templates to guide thorough documentation.

Coding gallstones with biliary colic as K80.20 without confirmation

Impact

Reimbursement: Incorrect coding may lead to denied claims or incorrect DRG assignment., Compliance: Misclassification can result in compliance issues during audits., Data Quality: Affects the accuracy of clinical data and patient records.

Mitigation

Confirm stone location and absence of obstruction through imaging before coding.

Documentation of gallstone status

Impact

Risk of audit if documentation does not clearly state absence of inflammation or obstruction.

Mitigation

Use standardized templates and checklists to ensure complete documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

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