Diseases of salivary glands
Chapter 11:Diseases of the digestive system
ICD-10 K11 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of diseases of salivary glands.
Diseases of the salivary glands encompass a variety of conditions affecting the glands responsible for saliva production, which are crucial for digestion and oral health. The major salivary glands include the parotid, submandibular, and sublingual glands. Common diseases include sialadenitis (inflammation), sialolithiasis (salivary stones), and tumors (benign or malignant). Clinical presentations often involve swelling, pain, dry mouth (xerostomia), and difficulty swallowing. Disease progression can lead to complications such as abscess formation or systemic infections if left untreated. Diagnostic considerations include imaging studies (ultrasound, CT scans), sialography, and biopsy when neoplasms are suspected. A thorough patient history and physical examination are essential for accurate diagnosis and management of these conditions, which can significantly impact a patient's quality of life and nutritional intake.
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
K11 covers conditions such as sialadenitis, sialolithiasis, benign and malignant tumors of the salivary glands, and xerostomia. Each condition has specific diagnostic criteria, including clinical symptoms and imaging findings.
K11 should be used when the primary diagnosis involves a disease specifically affecting the salivary glands. It is important to differentiate it from codes related to oral mucosal diseases or other gastrointestinal conditions.
Documentation should include a detailed clinical evaluation, imaging studies (if performed), treatment plans, and follow-up notes. Specific symptoms and their duration, as well as any interventions undertaken, should be clearly recorded.
