The ICD-10 code for Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction is K83.8. In the ICD-9 coding system, the corresponding code is 576.3. Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction refers to a condition where the sphincter muscle fails to relax properly, leading to blockage of bile and pancreatic juice flow. It can cause abdominal pain, jaundice, and other digestive symptoms. Proper coding helps in accurate diagnosis and treatment of this condition.
Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction (SOD) is a condition characterized by abnormal functioning of the sphincter muscle located at the junction of the bile duct and pancreatic duct. The ICD-10 code for Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction is K83.8, which falls under the broader category of "Other specified diseases of biliary tract." This code is used to classify and identify this specific condition in medical records, billing, and statistical purposes.
In the previous coding system, ICD-9, Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction was coded as 576.3. This code was used to indicate "Obstruction of bile duct" and was not specific to SOD. However, with the transition to ICD-10, the codes have become more detailed and specific, allowing for more accurate documentation and identification of various conditions.
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