K80.20
Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Diseases of the digestive system Billable
Quick Reference
Gallstones identified on imaging without acute inflammation or bile duct obstruction
Clinical Information
When to Use This Code
Gallstones identified on imaging without acute inflammation or bile duct obstruction
Common Clinical Scenarios
- Incidental cholelithiasis on ultrasound
- Asymptomatic gallstones
- Biliary colic without acute cholecystitis
- Cholecystectomy planning
Documentation Requirements
- Document imaging findings (ultrasound, CT showing gallstones)
- Note presence or absence of symptoms (biliary colic)
- Record if acute cholecystitis present (use K80.0- codes)
- Specify surgical planning if applicable
Coding Guidelines
Inclusion Terms
These terms are included in this code:
CholelithiasisGallstonesBiliary calculi
Exclusion Terms
Do NOT use this code for:
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones (K80.0-)
- Choledocholithiasis (K80.4-K80.5-)
- Chronic cholecystitis (K81.1)
Coding Notes
Use K80.0- when acute cholecystitis present
Use K80.4- for common bile duct stones
Code postoperative state after cholecystectomy with Z90.49
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Code
K80.20
Category
Diseases of the digestive system
Billable Status
Billable
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