Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
Cirrhosis is a liver disease. It happens when healthy liver tissue is replaced by scar tissue. This makes it hard for your liver to work properly.
ICD-10 Code: K74.60
If the damage is severe, it's called stage 4 cirrhosis.
He starts by talking with you about your symptoms and performs a physical examination to look for signs of liver disease like swelling or jaundice.
These check your liver enzymes, bilirubin levels, and other markers to assess how well your liver is working.
Ultrasound or other imaging scans help visualize liver size, texture, and detect possible scarring or complications.
In some cases, a small tissue sample from the liver is taken to confirm cirrhosis or evaluate its severity.
Dr. Chadha uses a simple and thorough process to diagnose cirrhosis:
These steps help confirm the diagnosis, determine the stage of cirrhosis, and ensure accurate coding with the correct ICD-10 code.
Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
If you have signs like yellow skin, belly swelling, or confusion, see a doctor right away.
Early stages may improve with treatment. Advanced stages need ongoing care to manage symptoms.
The general ICD-10 code is K74.60. If alcohol is the cause, the code is K70.30.
Dr. Chadha will check your symptoms and test results to decide if a transplant is needed.
No. Cirrhosis can also be caused by hepatitis, fat buildup (NAFLD), or inherited conditions.
Yes. Some people feel dizzy or lose too much salt. Dr. Chadha will monitor you closely.
Most patients need checkups every 3 to 6 months based on their liver health.
It's the most advanced stage, where the liver is badly scarred and doesn't function well.
Yes, with guidance. Dr. Chadha will help you find safe ways to stay active and feel better.
New or worsening swelling, confusion, bleeding, or fatigue may mean it's time for more care.
