Find essential information on Ischemic Bowel Disease diagnosis including clinical documentation, medical coding, ICD-10 codes K55.0-K55.9, acute mesenteric ischemia, chronic mesenteric ischemia, intestinal infarction, bowel ischemia symptoms, abdominal pain, diagnosis of intestinal ischemia, and treatment options. This resource helps healthcare professionals ensure accurate and comprehensive documentation for optimal patient care and appropriate reimbursement. Learn about the various types of ischemic bowel, their clinical presentations, and effective management strategies.
Also known as
Vascular disorders of intestine
Covers various intestinal blood vessel problems, including ischemia.
Acute mesenteric ischemia
Sudden blockage of intestinal blood flow.
Other vascular disorder of intestine
Includes unspecified intestinal ischemia or other circulatory issues.
Embolism and thrombosis of aorta
Blockages in the aorta can sometimes cause ischemic bowel.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Acute or chronic ischemia?
Acute
Specify location?
Chronic
Mesenteric artery involved?
When to use each related code
Description |
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Ischemic Bowel |
Mesenteric Ischemia |
Acute Mesenteric Ischemia |
Coding Ischemic Bowel without specifying small or large intestine leads to inaccurate severity and reimbursement.
Miscoding acute vs. chronic ischemia affects quality metrics and resource utilization reporting.
Failing to code the underlying etiology (e.g., embolism, thrombosis) impacts risk adjustment and treatment plans.
Patient presents with acute abdominal pain consistent with possible ischemic bowel. Onset of symptoms was described as sudden and severe, localized to the (periumbilical, right lower quadrant, left lower quadrant, or generalized) region. Patient reports (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, bloody stools, constipation) and denies (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, bloody stools, constipation). Physical examination reveals (abdominal tenderness, rebound tenderness, guarding, distension). Bowel sounds are (present, absent, hyperactive, hypoactive). Differential diagnosis includes acute mesenteric ischemia, chronic mesenteric ischemia, ischemic colitis, small bowel obstruction, and other acute abdominal emergencies. Initial laboratory workup includes complete blood count (CBC), comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP), lactate, and arterial blood gas (ABG). Imaging studies such as computed tomography angiography (CTA) of the abdomen and pelvis are ordered to evaluate for vascular compromise and assess bowel viability. Patient is currently being managed with intravenous fluids, pain control, and bowel rest. Further management will be determined based on imaging results and clinical progression, potentially including surgical intervention if indicated. Diagnosis: Rule out ischemic bowel. Plan: Monitor for signs of peritonitis, sepsis, and bowel infarction. Continue supportive care and reassess frequently.