ICD-10-CM K68: Disorders of retroperitoneum

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for K68

Disorders of retroperitoneum

Coding Notes & Guidelines for K68

Excludes2: Not Included Here

infection following procedure (T81.4-)

Inclusion Terms

Retroperitoneal hemorrhage

Code Also

, if applicable, associated obstruction of ureter (N13.5)

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for K68):

K68.1 - Retroperitoneal abscess K68.11 - Postprocedural retroperitoneal abscess K68.12 - Psoas muscle abscess K68.19 - Other retroperitoneal abscess K68.2 - Retroperitoneal fibrosis K68.3 - Retroperitoneal hematoma K68.9 - Other disorders of retroperitoneum

About ICD-10-CM Code K68 (Disorders of retroperitoneum)

ICD-10-CM code K68 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 K68 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about K68 - Disorders of retroperitoneum. 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 Disorders of retroperitoneum.