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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Colon Perforation

ICD-10 Coding for Colon Perforation

K63.1
K57.20
K91.71

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for colon perforation includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Intestinal Perforation
Bowel Perforation
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Colon Perforation

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Colon Perforation

Use ICD-10 code K63.1 for perforation of intestine (nontraumatic), ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Perforation of intestine (nontraumatic)

Billable Code
K63.1
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of free air on imaging without recent procedure

Applicable To

  • • Nontraumatic perforation of colon

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the nontraumatic nature of the perforation.

Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding

Billable Code
K57.20
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

    Applicable To

    • • Diverticulitis with perforation

    Important Notes

    • • Document the presence of diverticulitis and associated abscess.

    Accidental puncture and laceration of a digestive system organ or structure during a digestive system procedure

    Billable Code
    K91.71
    Billable

    Diagnostic Criteria

      Applicable To

      • • Iatrogenic perforation during colonoscopy

      Important Notes

      • • Ensure documentation includes the procedure and the occurrence of perforation.
      Ancillary Codes

      Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

      K65.0

      Acute peritonitis

      Use when there is generalized peritonitis due to perforation.

      Frequently Asked Questions

      What is the ICD-10 code for colon perforation?

      The ICD-10 code for nontraumatic colon perforation is K63.1. For postprocedural perforations, use K91.71.

      How do you code a perforation during colonoscopy?

      Use ICD-10 code K91.71 for perforations occurring during or after a colonoscopy, along with the procedure code.

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