ICD-10-CM K38: Other diseases of appendix

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for K38

Other diseases of appendix

Coding Notes & Guidelines for K38

Inclusion Terms
  • Fecalith of appendix
  • Stercolith of appendix
Inclusion Terms

Intussusception of appendix

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for K38):

K38.0 - Hyperplasia of appendix K38.1 - Appendicular concretions K38.2 - Diverticulum of appendix K38.3 - Fistula of appendix K38.8 - Other specified diseases of appendix K38.9 - Disease of appendix, unspecified

About ICD-10-CM Code K38 (Other diseases of appendix)

ICD-10-CM code K38 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 K38 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about K38 - Other diseases of appendix. 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 Other diseases of appendix.