ICD Code R13.14

ICD code R13.14 is difficulty swallowing that occurs during the pharyngoesophageal phase, which is when food moves from the throat into the esophagus.

1. Difficulty initiating a swallow that is localized to the pharyngeal or esophageal region

2. Sensation of food sticking or getting caught in the throat or upper chest after swallowing

3. Coughing or choking episodes during or immediately after swallowing

4. Recurrent aspiration or respiratory symptoms associated with swallowing

5. Delayed or absent swallow reflex observed during clinical or instrumental assessment

6. Evidence of impaired bolus transit through the pharynx or upper esophagus on videofluoroscopic or endoscopic evaluation

7. History of neurological, structural, or muscular disorders affecting the pharyngeal or esophageal phase of swallowing

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code R13.14 include:

- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

- 74230: Radiologic examination, swallowing function, with cineradiography/videoradiography

- 31579: Laryngoscopy, flexible or rigid, with stroboscopy

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