ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for K37
Unspecified appendicitis
Coding Notes & Guidelines for K37
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
unspecified appendicitis with peritonitis (K35.2-, K35.3-)
About ICD-10-CM Code K37 (Unspecified appendicitis)
ICD-10-CM code K37 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 K37 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about K37 - Unspecified appendicitis. 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 Unspecified appendicitis.