Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites

This code signifies chronic liver damage characterized by the irreversible scarring of liver tissue due to prolonged and excessive alcohol consumption, specifically in cases where there is no accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity. The cirrhosis impairs liver function, leading to various complications, but ascites is not yet present.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of alcoholic cirrhosis and explicitly states the absence of ascites. This diagnosis is typically made based on patient history of alcohol abuse, liver biopsy findings, imaging studies, and clinical assessment.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "without ascites" to differentiate from codes including ascites.
• Do not confuse with other forms of cirrhosis (e.g., viral, autoimmune) or alcoholic liver disease without cirrhosis.
• Code any associated complications, such as esophageal varices or hepatic encephalopathy, as secondary diagnoses.