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DC 7318: Cholecystectomy (Gallbladder Removal), Complications Of (Such As Strictures And Biliary Leaks)
Read VA diagnostic code 7318 for Cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal), complications of (such as strictures and biliary leaks): published criteria, regulatory notes, related codes and official sources checked October 25, 2026.
Published criteria from 38 CFR 4.114, current through 2026-10-22. Historical decisions may require a different version. This reference does not diagnose a condition or determine an evaluation.
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DC 7318: Cholecystectomy (Gallbladder Removal), Complications Of (Such As Strictures And Biliary Leaks)
Diagnostic code 7318 addresses Cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal), complications of (such as strictures and biliary leaks). Read its specific instructions together with any shared formula, notes and linked provisions. These criteria describe evaluation after the applicable entitlement requirements are met; this reference does not diagnose a condition or determine a claim.
| Rating | |
|---|---|
| 7318 Cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal), complications of (such as strictures and biliary leaks): | |
| With recurrent abdominal pain (post-prandial or nocturnal); and chronic diarrhea characterized by three or more watery bowel movements per day | 30 |
| With intermittent abdominal pain; and diarrhea characterized by one to two watery bowel movements per day | 10 |
| Asymptomatic | 0 |
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