ICD-10-CM K27.9: Peptic ulcer, site unspecified, unspecified as acute or chronic, without hemorrhage or perforation

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About ICD-10-CM Code K27.9 (Peptic ulcer)

ICD-10-CM code K27.9 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM K27.9 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about K27.9 - Peptic ulcer, site unspecified, unspecified as acute or chronic, without hemorrhage or perforation. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Peptic ulcer related to site unspecified, unspecified as acute or chronic, hemorrhage or perforation.