Sigmoid Diverticulitis ICD-10-CM Codes
Discover the essential ICD-10 Codes Used for Sigmoid Diverticulitis and understand their clinical relevance in diagnosing and billing for 2023.
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What ICD-10 Codes are Used for Sigmoid Diverticulitis?
Diverticulitis, specifically of the sigmoid colon, is a common gastrointestinal condition where pouches (diverticula) in the sigmoid colon become inflamed. ICD-10-CM codes provide healthcare professionals with a standardized way of recording and communicating this diagnosis. These codes ensure precise medical billing, research, and treatment planning.
Commonly Used ICD-10-CM Codes for Sigmoid Diverticulitis:
- K57.32: Diverticulitis of sigmoid colon without perforation or abscess - Inflammation of the diverticula in the sigmoid colon without any rupture or formation of an abscess.
- K57.33: Diverticulitis of sigmoid colon with perforation and abscess - Inflammation of the diverticula in the sigmoid colon with rupture leading to an abscess.
- K57.30: Diverticulosis of sigmoid colon without perforation or abscess, without bleeding - Presence of diverticula in the sigmoid colon without any inflammation, rupture, or bleeding.
- K57.31: Diverticulosis of sigmoid colon without perforation or abscess, with bleeding - Presence of diverticula in the sigmoid colon without inflammation or rupture but with associated bleeding.
- K57.50: Diverticulitis of both small and large intestine without perforation or abscess - Inflammation of diverticula in both the small and sigmoid colon without any rupture or formation of an abscess.
- K57.51: Diverticulitis of both small and large intestine with perforation and abscess - Inflammation of diverticula in both the small and sigmoid colon with rupture leading to an abscess.
- K57.80: Diverticulitis of the intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess - Inflammation of diverticula in an unspecified part of the intestine without any rupture or formation of an abscess.
- K57.81: Diverticulitis of the intestine, part unspecified, with perforation and abscess - Inflammation of diverticula in an unspecified part of the intestine with rupture leading to an abscess.
Which Sigmoid Diverticulitis ICD codes are Billable?
- K57.32 - Yes
- K57.33 - Yes
- K57.30 - Yes
- K57.31 - Yes
- K57.50 - Yes
- K57.51 - Yes
- K57.80 - Yes
- K57.81 - Yes
Clinical Information
- Diverticulitis is the inflammation or infection of the diverticula, often found in the sigmoid colon.
- Risk factors include aging, low-fiber diets, and chronic constipation.
- Symptoms can range from abdominal pain, fever, and nausea to more severe complications like abscesses.
- Diagnosis often involves imaging tests such as CT scans or colonoscopy.
- Treatment may involve antibiotics, pain relievers, and, in severe cases, surgical intervention.
Synonyms Include:
- Diverticular disease
- Sigmoid colon inflammation
- Diverticulosis with inflammation
- Sigmoid colon abscess due to diverticulitis
- Perforated diverticulum of sigmoid
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Commonly asked questions
Use when a patient is diagnosed with sigmoid colon diverticulitis based on clinical assessments and imaging findings.
Common treatments include antibiotics for mild cases, dietary modifications, and potentially surgery for severe cases or recurrent diverticulitis.
A diagnosis code for Sigmoid Diverticulitis provides a standardized representation of the condition, aiding in accurate communication for treatment, billing, and research purposes.
