ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for T18.5
Foreign body in anus and rectum
Coding Notes & Guidelines for T18.5
Inclusion Terms
Foreign body in rectosigmoid (junction)
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code T18.5 (Foreign body in anus and rectum)
ICD-10-CM code T18.5 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 T18.5 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about T18.5 - Foreign body in anus and rectum. 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 Foreign body in anus and rectum.