icd 10 cm code for rectovaginal fistula

by Jalon Bashirian 3 min read

Congenital rectovaginal fistula
Q52. 2 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM Q52. 2 became effective on October 1, 2021.

How do you fix a fistula in your rectum?

Treatment

  • For a simple fistula that isn’t too close to your anus, the doctor will cut open the skin and muscle surrounding the tunnel. ...
  • They may use a plug to close the fistula.
  • For a more complicated fistula, the doctor might put a tube -- known as a seton -- into the opening. This helps drain the infected fluid before surgery. ...

What does rectovaginal fistula mean?

A rectovaginal fistula is one type of obstetric fistula or urogenital fistula. These are terms that describe all such openings between the genital organs and the urinary and intestinal tract. Another type of obstetric fistula is a vesicovaginal fistula.

What causes recurrent fistula?

The factors increasing the risk of recurrence of an anal fistula can be categorized as:

  1. Factors related to the fistula anatomy and other comorbidities
  2. Preoperative factors increasing the risk of recurrence
  3. Intraoperative deficiencies leading to recurrence
  4. Factors related to postoperative complications and care

Can rectovaginal fistula cause back pain?

The symptoms of a rectovaginal fistula often cause emotional distress as well as physical discomfort. Depending on the size and location of the fistula, you may have very minor symptoms or significant problems with continence and hygiene. Signs and symptoms of a rectovaginal fistula may include:

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What is the CPT code for rectovaginal fistula repair?

CPT® 57305 in section: Closure of rectovaginal fistula.

What is the ICD-10 code for perianal fistula?

K60.3Fissure and fistula of anal and rectal regions ICD-10-CM K60. 3 is grouped within Diagnostic Related Group(s) (MS-DRG v39.0): 393 Other digestive system diagnoses with mcc.

What is diagnosis code K62 89?

K62. 89 Other specified diseases of anus and rectum - ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Codes.

What is the ICD-10 code for fistula complication?

T82.590AICD-10 Code for Other mechanical complication of surgically created arteriovenous fistula, initial encounter- T82. 590A- Codify by AAPC.

What is Colo vaginal fistula?

In this type of fistula, the opening is between the vagina and the lower portion of the large intestine (rectum). Colovaginal fistula. With a colovaginal fistula, the opening occurs between the vagina and colon. Enterovaginal fistula. In this type of fistula, the opening is between the small intestine and the vagina.

What K57 92?

ICD-10 code: K57. 92 Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation, abscess or bleeding.

What does code Z12 11 mean?

Z12. 11: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of the colon.

What is the ICD-10 code for Stercoral proctitis?

ICD-10-CM Code for Ulcer of anus and rectum K62.

What is mechanical complication of AV fistula?

The most important complications of fistulae for HD are lymphedema, infection, aneurysm, stenosis, congestive heart failure, steal syndrome, ischemic neuropathy and thrombosis. In HD patients, the most common cause of vascular access failure is neointimal hyperplasia.

What is AV fistula malfunction?

An AV fistula is an abnormal connection between an artery and a vein, and is sometimes surgically created to help with haemodialysis treatment. In these cases, a shunt graft is inserted to aid the treatment. Unfortunately, sometimes the shunt will fail, known as graft malfunction.

What is the ICD-10 code for ASHD?

ICD-10 Code for Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris- I25. 10- Codify by AAPC.

The ICD code Q522 is used to code Rectovaginal fistula

A rectovaginal fistula is a medical condition where there is a fistula or abnormal connection between the rectum and the vagina.

Coding Notes for Q52.2 Info for medical coders on how to properly use this ICD-10 code

Type-1 Excludes mean the conditions excluded are mutually exclusive and should never be coded together. Excludes 1 means "do not code here."

MS-DRG Mapping

DRG Group #742-743 - Uterine and adnexa procedure for non-malignancy with CC or MCC.

ICD-10-CM Alphabetical Index References for 'Q52.2 - Congenital rectovaginal fistula'

The ICD-10-CM Alphabetical Index links the below-listed medical terms to the ICD code Q52.2. Click on any term below to browse the alphabetical index.

Equivalent ICD-9 Code GENERAL EQUIVALENCE MAPPINGS (GEM)

This is the official approximate match mapping between ICD9 and ICD10, as provided by the General Equivalency mapping crosswalk. This means that while there is no exact mapping between this ICD10 code Q52.2 and a single ICD9 code, 752.49 is an approximate match for comparison and conversion purposes.

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