Full incontinence of feces
ICD-10 R15.9 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of full incontinence of feces.
Full incontinence of feces, classified under ICD-10 code R15.9, refers to the complete inability to control bowel movements, resulting in involuntary passage of feces. This condition can significantly impact a patient's quality of life and may be associated with various underlying medical issues. Symptoms may include frequent, uncontrollable urges to defecate, leakage of stool, and the inability to reach a toilet in time. The condition can arise from a range of causes, including neurological disorders (such as multiple sclerosis or spinal cord injuries), gastrointestinal diseases (like inflammatory bowel disease), or complications from surgeries affecting the rectum or anus. Diagnosis typically involves a thorough clinical history, physical examination, and may include diagnostic tests such as colonoscopy or imaging studies to identify any anatomical or functional abnormalities. Management strategies may vary from dietary modifications and pelvic floor exercises to medications or surgical interventions, depending on the underlying cause.
Comprehensive patient history, including onset, duration, and associated symptoms; documentation of any diagnostic tests performed.
Patients presenting with chronic diarrhea, recent surgeries, or neurological symptoms.
Consideration of comorbidities such as diabetes or neurological disorders that may contribute to fecal incontinence.
Acute presentation details, including vital signs, immediate interventions, and any relevant imaging or lab results.
Patients presenting with acute abdominal pain and fecal incontinence, possibly due to bowel obstruction or severe infection.
Rapid assessment of potential surgical emergencies and documentation of any immediate treatments provided.
Used when evaluating for underlying causes of fecal incontinence.
Indication for the procedure and findings.
Gastroenterology specialists may perform this procedure.
R15.9 is used for full incontinence of feces without a specified underlying condition, while R15.0 is for fecal incontinence that is unspecified. R15.9 requires more detailed documentation of the condition.
