Asked by Baddie Curtis Brown on Apr 30, 2024
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What is the correct code for alcoholic cirrhosis of liver, with ascites?
A) K70.30
B) K70.31
C) K70.40
D) K70.41
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
A liver disease characterized by irreversible scarring caused by prolonged, excessive alcohol consumption.
Ascites
The accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity, causing abdominal swelling, often due to liver disease or cancer.
- Understand the coding for liver conditions, including cirrhosis, fatty liver disease, and chronic hepatitis.
Verified Answer
AC
ALEXANDER CAMPBELLApr 30, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The correct code for alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites is K70.31.
K70.30 is for alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites;
K70.40 is for alcoholic fibrosis and sclerosis of liver without ascites;
K70.41 is for alcoholic fibrosis and sclerosis of liver with ascites.
K70.30 is for alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites;
K70.40 is for alcoholic fibrosis and sclerosis of liver without ascites;
K70.41 is for alcoholic fibrosis and sclerosis of liver with ascites.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the coding for liver conditions, including cirrhosis, fatty liver disease, and chronic hepatitis.