ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for K35.200
Acute appendicitis with generalized peritonitis, without perforation or abscess
Coding Notes & Guidelines for K35.200
(Acute) appendicitis with generalized peritonitis without rupture or perforation of appendix NOS
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code K35.200 (Acute appendicitis with generalized peritonitis)
ICD-10-CM code K35.200 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 K35.200 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about K35.200 - Acute appendicitis with generalized peritonitis, without perforation or abscess. 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 Acute appendicitis with generalized peritonitis related to perforation or abscess.