ICD-10-CM K57.40: Diverticulitis of both small and large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding

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About ICD-10-CM Code K57.40 (Diverticulitis of both small and large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding)

ICD-10-CM code K57.40 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 K57.40 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about K57.40 - Diverticulitis of both small and large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding. 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 Diverticulitis of both small and large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding.