ICD Code K63.89

ICD code K63.89 is used to identify other specified diseases of the intestine that do not fall under more specific categories, such as certain types of intestinal lesions, polyps, or other uncommon intestinal conditions.

1. Presence of intestinal disease not classified under more specific ICD codes

2. Symptoms such as chronic or recurrent abdominal pain

3. Unexplained changes in bowel habits (e.g., diarrhea, constipation)

4. Evidence of intestinal lesions or abnormalities on imaging or endoscopy

5. Exclusion of common intestinal diseases such as Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, or diverticulitis

6. Documentation of other specified but uncommon intestinal disorders by the provider

7. Persistent gastrointestinal symptoms not attributable to infectious, neoplastic, or inflammatory bowel diseases

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code K63.89 include:

- 44388: Colonoscopy, flexible, proximal to splenic flexure; diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, with or without colon decompression

- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible, proximal to splenic flexure; diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, with or without colon decompression

- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

- 44120: Enterectomy, resection of small intestine; single resection and anastomosis

- 44160: Colectomy, partial, with anastomosis

- 44799: Unlisted procedure, small intestine

- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy

- 49080: Peritoneal lavage, including imaging guidance, when performed

These CPT codes are commonly associated with the management and treatment of conditions classified under ICD code K63.89.

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