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ICD-10 Coding for Colonic Polyp(D12.6, D12.0, D12.9)

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Learn about ICD-10 coding for colonic polyps, including adenomatous and hyperplastic types. Find documentation requirements and coding tips.

Also known as:
Colon PolypIntestinal Polyp
Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Colonic Polyp

C00-D49Primary Range

Neoplasms

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Code Comparison: When to Use Each Code

Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection

CodeDescription
D12.6Benign neoplasm of colon, unspecified
K63.5Polyp of colon
Primary ICD-10-CM Codes
Benign neoplasm of colon, unspecified
D12.6Billable
Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Polyp of colonK63.5
Benign neoplasm of colon, unspecifiedD12.6

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting Colonic Polyp.

Omitting polyp size in documentation

Impact

Clinical: Inadequate information for risk assessment., Regulatory: Non-compliance with documentation standards., Financial: Potential for claim denials.

Mitigation

Always document polyp size in millimeters.

Using K63.5 for adenomatous polyps

Impact

Reimbursement: Incorrect coding can lead to denied claims., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines., Data Quality: Impacts accuracy of medical records.

Mitigation

Ensure histological confirmation before coding as adenomatous (D12.x).

Histology Documentation

Impact

Lack of histology confirmation for adenomatous polyps.

Mitigation

Require pathology reports for all polyp removals.

Frequently Asked Questions

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