ICD-10-CM K35.31: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis and gangrene, without perforation

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About ICD-10-CM Code K35.31 (Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis and gangrene)

ICD-10-CM code K35.31 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 K35.31 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about K35.31 - Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis and gangrene, without 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 Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis and gangrene related to perforation.