Find comprehensive information on salpingectomy including clinical documentation requirements, ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes (e.g., O07.31, O07.39), medical coding guidelines, postoperative care, and healthcare resources. Learn about unilateral and bilateral salpingectomy procedures, complications, and recovery. This resource offers valuable insights for healthcare professionals, medical coders, and patients seeking information on fallopian tube removal.
Also known as
Medical abortion complicated by
Salpingectomy following complications of medical abortion.
Complications of pregnancy, childbirth
Encompasses various pregnancy complications, including ectopic pregnancies requiring salpingectomy.
Diseases of fallopian tube and ovary
Includes inflammatory diseases or other conditions of the fallopian tube necessitating removal.
Encounter for contraceptive management
Covers sterilization procedures, including salpingectomy for elective sterilization.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the salpingectomy bilateral?
When to use each related code
| Description |
|---|
| Salpingectomy |
| Partial Salpingectomy |
| Bilateral Salpingectomy |
Missing or incorrect laterality (right, left, bilateral) can lead to claim denials or inaccurate reimbursement.
Coding distinction between partial and total salpingectomy must be accurate. Documentation must support the code selected.
Incorrect sequencing of salpingectomy with other diagnoses (e.g., ectopic pregnancy) may impact DRG assignment and reimbursement.
Patient presents with indications for salpingectomy. Presenting symptoms include pelvic pain, ectopic pregnancy confirmed by transvaginal ultrasound, or persistent hydrosalpinx. Relevant history includes previous tubal ligation, pelvic inflammatory disease PID, endometriosis, or infertility. Physical examination reveals abdominal tenderness, adnexal mass, or cervical motion tenderness. Differential diagnoses considered include appendicitis, ovarian cyst, or tubo-ovarian abscess. Preoperative workup included complete blood count CBC, urinalysis, and beta-hCG level. Surgical procedure performed: unilateral or bilateral salpingectomy via laparoscopy or laparotomy. Intraoperative findings consistent with preoperative diagnosis. Procedure performed without complications. Postoperative diagnosis: Salpingectomy for ectopic pregnancy, hydrosalpinx, or other indicated condition. Patient tolerated the procedure well and was stable postoperatively. Plan for postoperative care includes pain management, monitoring for signs of infection or bleeding, and follow-up appointment scheduled. ICD-10 code O00.1-O00.9 for ectopic pregnancy or N70.0-N70.9 for inflammatory diseases of the uterine appendages may be applicable. CPT codes 58720, 58740, or 58750 may be appropriate depending on the surgical approach and complexity. Patient education provided regarding postoperative recovery, potential complications, and future fertility considerations.