Wiki need help on a diagnosis code

[hgalban]

I would like to know if any one can assist me on how to code a bleeding avm in the jejunum?
thank you for your help!

 

[thomas7331]

For this condition, the ICD-10 takes you to Q27.33 - Arteriovenous malformation of digestive system vessel , however I recently read that there is a Coding Clinic article which clarifies that this code should only be used if the provider documents that the AVM is congenital. If not congenital, then it should be coded as K55.21 - Angiodysplasia of colon with hemorrhage.

 

[hgalban]

Yes, that's what I thought too, you're correct if congenital is not mentioned I can't code the Q code. Thank you so much for your response and have a great day!