K63.2

K63.2

Billable

Fistula of intestine

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

What This Code Means

An abnormal tunnel-like connection between the intestine and another organ or the skin surface, often causing drainage or infection.

Coding Tips

•Specify the type and location of the fistula (enterocutaneous, enterovesical, etc.)
•Document whether the fistula is congenital or acquired

Excludes 1 — Do NOT code together

fistula of duodenum (K31.6)
fistula of intestine with Crohn's disease (K50.013, K50.113, K50.813, K50.913,)
fistula of intestine with ulcerative colitis (K51.013, K51.213, K51.313, K51.413, K51.513, K51.813, K51.913)

Excludes 2 — Not included here, may code separately

fistula of anal and rectal regions (K60.-)
fistula of appendix (K38.3)
intestinal-genital fistula, female (N82.2-N82.4)
vesicointestinal fistula (N32.1)

Code Also

, if applicable, disruption of internal operation (surgical) wound (T81.32-)

Code Hierarchy

└K63Other diseases of intestine └K63.2Fistula of intestine