Cholecystitis ICD-10-CM Codes

Which Cholecystitis ICD Codes Are Billable?

• K81.0: Yes, this code is billable. It specifically denotes acute cholecystitis.
• K81.1: Yes, this code is billable as it signifies chronic cholecystitis.
• K81.2: Yes, it's billable because it describes acute cholecystitis with chronic cholecystitis.‍
• K81.9: Yes, this is a billable code concerning unspecified cholecystitis.

Clinical Information

Cholecystitis is an inflammation of the gallbladder that can cause severe abdominal pain. Here's more about this condition:

• Causes: Most commonly, gallstones blocking the tube leading out of the gallbladder cause cholecystitis, leading to a build-up of bile that can cause inflammation.
• Symptoms: Include severe pain in the right abdomen, nausea, vomiting, and fever.
• Treatment: Often involves gallbladder removal surgery, though in some cases, medication can be used to dissolve gallstones.
• Risk Factors: Being female, overweight, and age 40 or above increases the risk.
• Complications: The gallbladder can rupture without treatment, leading to a potentially fatal infection.

Synonyms Include:

• Gallbladder Inflammation
• Gallbladder Disease
• Biliary Tract Disease