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ICD-10 Coding for Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis(E11.22U, N04.0N, N04.1)

Learn about ICD-10 coding for Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS), including primary and secondary codes, documentation requirements, and common pitfalls.

Also known as:
FSGSFocal Glomerulosclerosisfocal segmental glomerular lesions
Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis

N00-N99Primary Range

Diseases of the genitourinary system

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Key Information

Essential facts and insights aboutFocal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes
Nephrotic syndrome with focal and segmental glomerular lesion
N04.1Billable
Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Minimal change diseaseN04.0

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis.

Failing to document secondary causes

Impact

Clinical: Misdiagnosis of FSGS type, Regulatory: Non-compliance with coding standards, Financial: Potential reimbursement issues

Mitigation

Thoroughly review patient history for secondary causes.

Misclassifying secondary FSGS as primary

Impact

Reimbursement: Incorrect DRG assignment, Compliance: Non-compliance with ICD-10 rules, Data Quality: Inaccurate clinical data

Mitigation

Ensure secondary causes are documented and coded first.

Documentation of secondary causes

Impact

Failure to document secondary causes can lead to audit issues.

Mitigation

Ensure all potential secondary causes are documented.

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