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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Lower Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage

ICD-10 Coding for Lower Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage

K57.31
K62.5
K92.2

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

Also Known as:
Lower GI Bleed
Hematochezia
Rectal Bleeding
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Lower Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Lower Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage

Use ICD-10 code K57.31 for diverticulosis of large intestine with hemorrhage, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Diverticulosis of large intestine with hemorrhage

Billable Code
K57.31
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Documented diverticulosis with active bleeding

Applicable To

  • • Diverticular bleeding

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies diverticular source to avoid unspecified coding.

Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

Billable Code
K62.5
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Hemorrhoidal bleeding

Important Notes

  • • Ensure rectal source is confirmed to avoid misclassification.

Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

Billable Code
K92.2
Billable

Important Notes

  • • Avoid using if specific source is documented.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for lower gastrointestinal hemorrhage?

The ICD-10 code for lower gastrointestinal hemorrhage depends on the source. For diverticulosis with hemorrhage, use K57.31. For unspecified sources, use K92.2.

How do you code a GI bleed with diverticulosis?

For a GI bleed with diverticulosis, use ICD-10 code K57.31, which specifies diverticulosis of large intestine with hemorrhage.

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