Acute pancreatitis ICD-9-CM 577.0 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 577.0 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015. For claims with a date of service on or after October 1, 2015, use an equivalent ICD-10-CM code (or codes).
2014 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 577.0 Acute pancreatitis 2014 Billable Thru Sept 30/2015 Non-Billable On/After Oct 1/2015 ICD-9-CM 577.0 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 577.0 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015.
Short description: Pancreatic disease NEC. ICD-9-CM 577.8 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 577.8 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015.
Sep 01, 2015 · The correct coding and sequencing of gallstone pancreatitis depends on the location of the gallstone and the reason for treatment. Assign the appropriate code from category 574, Cholelithiasis. Review the record and query the physician regarding the pancreatitis. Assign code 577.0 for acute pancreatitis, or 577.1 for chronic pancreatitis
| Description | ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Codes or CPT Procedure Codes |
|---|---|
| Initial diagnosis | |
| Gallstone pancreatitis | 577.0 and any secondary diagnosis starting with 574*/575* OR 574* or 575* and a secondary diagnosis code for pancreatitis |
| Acute cholecystitis | 574.0*, 574.1*, 575.0*, 575.1*, 575.2*, 575.3*, 575.4* |
The correct coding and sequencing of gallstone pancreatitis depends on the location of the gallstone and the reason for treatment. Assign the appropriate code from category 574, Cholelithiasis. Review the record and query the physician regarding the pancreatitis. Assign code 577.0 for acute pancreatitis, or 577.1 for chronic pancreatitis.
If the patient presents with acute pancreatitis, assign code 577.0, Acute pancreatitis. Assign the appropriate code from category 574, Cholelithiasis, as an additional diagnosis depending upon the documentation in the medical record. Sequencing depends upon the circumstances of the admission.
Do not assume a bile duct obstruction for gallstone pancreatitis. Since no common bile duct stones were found, assign code 574.1x, Calculus of gallstone with other cholecystitis.
Acute or chronic inflammation of the pancreas due to autodigestion of pancreatic tissue by its own enzymes. An acute inflammatory process that leads to necrosis of the pancreatic parenchyma. Signs and symptoms include severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, and shock.
The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM K85.9 became effective on October 1, 2021.
Pancreatitis, hereditary. Subcutaneous nodular fat necrosis in pancreatitis. Clinical Information. A disorder characterized by inflammation of the pancreas. Acute or chronic inflammation of the pancreas due to autodigestion of pancreatic tissue by its own enzymes.
Pancreatitis can be acute or chronic. Either form is serious and can lead to complications.acute pancreatitis occurs suddenly and usually goes away in a few days with treatment.
Inflammation of the pancreas. Chronic pancreatitis may cause diabetes and problems with digestion. Pain is the primary symptom.