Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
ICD-10 K80.00 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction.
K80.00 refers to the presence of gallstones (calculi) in the gallbladder accompanied by acute cholecystitis without obstruction. The gallbladder is a small organ located beneath the liver, responsible for storing bile, which aids in digestion. Acute cholecystitis occurs when the gallbladder becomes inflamed, often due to the obstruction of the cystic duct by gallstones. Patients typically present with severe abdominal pain in the right upper quadrant, nausea, vomiting, and fever. The condition may progress rapidly, leading to complications such as perforation or abscess formation if not treated promptly. Diagnosis is primarily through imaging studies, such as ultrasound or CT scans, which can visualize gallstones and assess gallbladder inflammation. Laboratory tests may reveal elevated white blood cell counts and liver function abnormalities. Treatment usually involves surgical intervention, often laparoscopic cholecystectomy, to remove the gallbladder and resolve the acute inflammation. Early diagnosis and management are crucial to prevent serious complications.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
K80.00 specifically covers cases of gallstones in the gallbladder leading to acute cholecystitis without any obstruction of the cystic duct. This includes patients presenting with symptoms indicative of gallbladder inflammation but without complications such as perforation or abscess.
K80.00 should be used when there is clear evidence of acute cholecystitis due to gallstones without obstruction. If there is obstruction present, K80.01 should be selected. Accurate imaging and clinical findings are crucial for differentiation.
Documentation should include clinical notes detailing the patient's symptoms, results of imaging studies confirming gallstones and inflammation, laboratory test results, and any treatment plans discussed or implemented.
