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K38.1

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Appendicular concretions

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

Hard deposits or stone-like material have formed inside the appendix. These concretions can potentially cause blockage or irritation.

Coding Tips

  • •Concretions are similar to fecaliths; verify documentation specifies appendicular location
  • •Consider if this is causing obstruction or other complications that would require additional coding

Code Hierarchy

└K38Other diseases of appendix└K38.1Appendicular concretions
└K38.1Appendicular concretions

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