2025 ICD-10-CM code T18.2
(Active) Effective Date: N/A Revision Date: N/A Deletion Date: N/A Injury - Foreign body in alimentary tract Chapter 19: Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes Feed
Foreign body in the stomach.
ICD-10 codes do not utilize modifiers.
Medical necessity is established by the presence of a foreign body in the stomach posing a risk of complications such as obstruction, perforation, infection, or other injury. The necessity for removal is determined by the size, location, and nature of the foreign body, as well as the patient's clinical condition.
The clinical responsibility involves diagnosing the presence and location of the foreign body, assessing its potential risks, and determining the appropriate treatment strategy, which might include endoscopic removal, observation, or surgical intervention.
- Chapter 19: Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
- T18-T19: Foreign body in various body parts
In simple words: A foreign object is present in the stomach.This could be something that was swallowed accidentally or on purpose. Doctors will need to use imaging tests like X-rays or a scope to see it.
This code signifies the presence of a foreign body within the stomach.The foreign body may be ingested accidentally or intentionally.This diagnosis requires confirmation through appropriate imaging studies (e.g., X-ray, CT scan) or endoscopy.
Example 1: A child accidentally swallows a small toy, resulting in a foreign body in the stomach. An abdominal X-ray confirms the presence of the object.Endoscopy is performed to retrieve the object., An adult intentionally ingests a large number of small metal objects. An abdominal X-ray shows multiple foreign bodies in the stomach. Surgical intervention is required to remove them., A patient presents with abdominal pain and nausea. A CT scan reveals a large, irregularly shaped foreign body in the stomach.The patient undergoes laparotomy (surgical opening of the abdominal cavity) to remove the object.
Detailed history of the incident, including how the foreign body entered the body.Imaging studies (X-ray, CT scan, or endoscopy) confirming the location and type of foreign body.Documentation of the procedure used for removal (endoscopy, surgery).Physician's notes detailing the patient's symptoms, findings, treatment and outcome.
** The seventh character (A, D, or S) should be appended to this code to indicate the encounter type: A for initial encounter, D for subsequent encounter, and S for sequela.Always code the underlying cause or condition as a secondary diagnosis.
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- RVU: RVUs are not directly assigned to ICD-10 codes. Reimbursement is determined by the procedures performed to diagnose and treat the condition.
- Global Days: Not applicable to ICD-10 codes.
- Payment Status: Active
- Modifier TC rule: Not applicable to ICD-10 codes.
- Fee Schedule: Not applicable to ICD-10 codes.
- Specialties:Gastroenterology, Surgery, Emergency Medicine, Radiology
- Place of Service:Inpatient Hospital, Outpatient Hospital, Emergency Room - Hospital, Office