Asked by Rare? Folea on Sep 24, 2024
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What is the correct code for a Barrett's ulcer with bleeding?
A) K22.0
B) K22.11
C) K22.1
D) K22.10
Bleeding
The loss of blood from the circulatory system due to injury or illness.
- Familiarize oneself with the terminology associated with diagnostics and procedures in the field of gastrointestinal medical coding.
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nanjiba billah nayia3 days ago
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Barrett's ulcer with bleeding should be coded as K22.11 which includes the specific descriptor for bleeding. K22.0 is used for other types of esophageal ulcer without bleeding, K22.10 is used for Barrett's ulcer without bleeding and K22.1 is used for other types of esophageal ulcer with bleeding.
Learning Objectives
- Familiarize oneself with the terminology associated with diagnostics and procedures in the field of gastrointestinal medical coding.
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