Foreign body in alimentary tract
Chapter 19:Injury, poisoning and other consequences of external causes
ICD-10 T18 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of foreign body in alimentary tract.
The ICD-10 Level 1 Category code T18 pertains to foreign bodies located in the alimentary tract, which includes the esophagus, stomach, intestines, and rectum. This category encompasses a variety of conditions where foreign objects, such as food items, dental appliances, or other ingested materials, obstruct or irritate the digestive system. The clinical significance of T18 lies in its potential to cause complications such as perforation, infection, or obstruction, which may necessitate surgical intervention. Accurate coding is essential for proper diagnosis and treatment, as well as for tracking the incidence of such cases in the healthcare system.
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
T18 includes conditions where foreign bodies are present in the alimentary tract, such as ingested food items, dental appliances, and other objects that may cause obstruction or irritation.
T18 codes should be used when a foreign body is confirmed in the alimentary tract, and the documentation should specify the type and location of the foreign body.
Documentation must include details about the foreign body, its location, any symptoms presented, and the treatment provided, to ensure accurate coding and billing.
