K63.9
BillableDisease of intestine, unspecified
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A general diagnosis used when a patient has a disease or disorder of the small or large intestine, but the specific condition cannot be determined or is not specified.
Coding Tips
- •Use this code only when the specific intestinal disease is unknown or undocumented; query the provider for more specific diagnosis if possible
- •Review clinical documentation for symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhea, or constipation that may help identify a more specific intestinal condition
Code Hierarchy
└K63Other diseases of intestine└K63.9Disease of intestine, unspecified
└K63.9Disease of intestine, unspecified