Question

Using the techniques described in this chapter, carefully read through the case study and determine the most accurate ICD-10-CM code(s) and external cause code(s) if appropriate. Answer each question as it guides you through the coding process. Remember, check the chapter-specific, subchapter-specific, and category-specific notations within the Tabular List. Stephen Cheng, a 3-month-old male, was born with bilateral hydrocele. He also has reducible inguinal hernias on both sides. The condition has become troublesome, so the parents and Dr. Jamerson, his pediatrician, have decided that surgical correction is warranted. The Chengs bring Stephen to Barton Ambulatory Center today for the surgery. Principal diagnosis: Where should you begin to look up the code in the coding manual? Index to Diseases and What is the key term? Hydrocele What type? Congenital DO of the following apply to the condition? With inguinal hema B ounter code the Tabular List of Diseases and injuries Yes

what is the first diagnosis code and what will be the second diagnosis code

Answer 1

ANSWER.

* ICD-10-CM code.

      First diagnosis code.

        * P83.4 - Congenital hydrocele.

   Second diagnosis code.

              * K40.20 - Bilateral inguinal hernia.