ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for K31.5
Obstruction of duodenum
Coding Notes & Guidelines for K31.5
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
congenital stenosis of duodenum (Q41.0)
Inclusion Terms
- Constriction of duodenum
- Duodenal ileus (chronic)
- Stenosis of duodenum
- Stricture of duodenum
- Volvulus of duodenum
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code K31.5 (Obstruction of duodenum)
ICD-10-CM code K31.5 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 K31.5 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about K31.5 - Obstruction of duodenum. 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 Obstruction of duodenum.