ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for K51.0
Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis
Coding Notes & Guidelines for K51.0
Inclusion Terms
Backwash ileitis
Inclusion Terms
Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis NOS
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code K51.0 (Ulcerative)
ICD-10-CM code K51.0 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 K51.0 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about K51.0 - Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis. 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 Ulcerative.