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K62.1

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Rectal polyp

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

A benign growth or polyp in the rectum that may cause bleeding, mucus discharge, or changes in bowel habits.

Coding Tips

  • •Differentiate from anal polyps (K62.0) based on anatomical location
  • •Note if polyp was removed, biopsied, or left in place for follow-up

Excludes 1 — Do NOT code together

  • adenomatous polyp (D12.8)

Code Hierarchy

└K62Other diseases of anus and rectum└K62.1Rectal polyp
└K62.1Rectal polyp

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