ICD Code K91.5

ICD code K91.5 is postcholecystectomy syndrome, which refers to symptoms or complications that occur after the surgical removal of the gallbladder.

1. History of cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal surgery)

2. Persistent or recurrent upper abdominal pain following cholecystectomy

3. Symptoms of dyspepsia, such as bloating, nausea, or indigestion after surgery

4. Diarrhea or changes in bowel habits post-cholecystectomy

5. Evidence of biliary tract dysfunction or obstruction on imaging or laboratory studies

6. Exclusion of other causes for symptoms, such as peptic ulcer disease or pancreatitis

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code K91.5 include:

- 43235 (Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, diagnostic)

- 43239 (Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with biopsy)

- 47562 (Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy)

- 47563 (Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography)

- 47564 (Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with exploration of common duct)

- 47570 (Laparotomy for exploration of biliary tract)

- 47579 (Unlisted laparoscopic procedure, biliary tract)

- 74328 (Cholangiography, intraoperative)

- 47500 (Injection procedure for cholangiography)

- 49406 (Drainage of intra-abdominal abscess, percutaneous)

These CPT codes are commonly associated with the management and treatment of ICD code K91.5.

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