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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Colonic Polyp

ICD-10 Coding for Colonic Polyp

D12.6
K63.5

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

Also Known as:
Colon Polyp
Intestinal Polyp
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Colonic Polyp

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Colonic Polyp

Use ICD-10 code D12.6 for benign neoplasm of colon, unspecified, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Benign neoplasm of colon, unspecified

Billable Code
D12.6
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Histology confirms adenomatous polyp

Applicable To

  • • Adenomatous polyp of colon

Important Notes

  • • Ensure histological confirmation before coding as adenomatous.

Polyp of colon

Billable Code
K63.5
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Endoscopic findings consistent with hyperplastic polyp

Applicable To

  • • Hyperplastic polyp of colon

Important Notes

  • • Do not use for adenomatous polyps.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for adenomatous colonic polyp?

The ICD-10 code for an adenomatous colonic polyp is D12.6, which requires histological confirmation.

How do you code a hyperplastic colonic polyp?

A hyperplastic colonic polyp is coded as K63.5, based on endoscopic findings.

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