Aphagia and dysphagia
ICD-10 R13 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of aphagia and dysphagia.
The ICD-10 Level 1 Category code R13 encompasses conditions related to aphagia and dysphagia, which refer to difficulties in swallowing. Aphagia denotes the complete inability to swallow, while dysphagia indicates a partial difficulty in swallowing. These conditions can arise from various underlying causes, including neurological disorders, structural abnormalities, or muscular issues, and can significantly impact a patient's nutritional status and quality of life. Clinicians must assess the etiology of these swallowing disorders to provide appropriate interventions and manage any associated complications effectively.
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
R13 includes aphagia (complete inability to swallow) and dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), which can be caused by various factors such as neurological disorders, structural abnormalities, or muscular issues.
R13 codes should be used when a patient presents with symptoms of swallowing difficulties. It is important to document the specific nature and severity of the condition to support the coding choice.
Documentation should include a detailed description of the swallowing difficulties, any underlying conditions or diagnoses, and the impact on the patient's nutritional status and quality of life.
