K56.41 ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Fecal impaction for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.
Type 1 excludes for K56.41 ICD 10 code
- constipation (K59.0-)
- incomplete defecation (R15.0)
Terms applicables to K56.41 ICD 10 code
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to K56.41 ICD10 Code:
- K00-K95 Diseases of the digestive system
- K55-K64 Other diseases of intestines
- K56 Paralytic ileus and intestinal obstruction without hernia
- K56.4 Other impaction of intestine
- K56.5 Intestinal adhesions [bands] with obstruction (postinfection)
- K56.6 Other and unspecified intestinal obstruction
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
K56.41 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting
Clinical information about K56.41 ICD 10 code
An intestinal obstruction occurs when food or stool cannot move through the intestines. The obstruction can be complete or partial. There are many causes. The most common are adhesions, hernias, cancers, and certain medicines.
Symptoms include:
- Severe abdominal pain or cramping
- Vomiting
- Bloating
- Loud bowel sounds
- Swelling of the abdomen
- Inability to pass gas
- Constipation
A complete intestinal obstruction is a medical emergency. It often requires surgery.
NIH: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
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