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ICD-10-CM Code for Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess with bleeding K57.21

ICD-10 code K57.21 for Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess with bleeding is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Diseases of the digestive system .

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Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess with bleeding

K57.2

Excludes1: diverticulitis of both small and large intestine with perforation and abscess (K57.4-)

K57

Excludes1: congenital diverticulum of intestine (Q43.8)
Meckel's diverticulum (Q43.0)

Excludes2: diverticulum of appendix (K38.2)

Code also: if applicable peritonitis K65.-

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G0121
As long as it's Medicare, I use the G0121 with the Z12.11 as the primary diagnosis. Then I'll list K57.30 or any other incidental findings after the primary Z12.11. The MAC here is NGS and they pro... [ Read More ]
GI Godes
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The ENDOSCOPY was introduced through the sigmoid colostomy and advanced to the terminal ileum, with identification of the appendiceal ... [ Read More ]
What is the difference between codes K57.30 and K57.32?
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What is the difference between codes K57.30 and K57.32?
The definition says the same thing. "Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding. Thank you in advance. Catherine... [ Read More ]
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CKD likely due to HTN
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Colonoscopy denials since new LCD 45380 45385 a58428 screening colonoscopy
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Coding for procedures - Please see OP note
Would like to know if these codes are correct with the Op note enclosed or would you change or delete a code? We were going to use Cpt's: 44140, 49020, 44602 and 44139 DX Codes: K57.20, K65.1 & S31.... [ Read More ]
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