K52.9 ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.

Type 1 excludes for K52.9 ICD 10 code
  • diarrhea NOS (R19.7)
  • functional diarrhea (K59.1)
  • infectious gastroenteritis and colitis NOS (A09)
  • neonatal diarrhea (noninfective) (P78.3)
  • psychogenic diarrhea (F45.8)

Terms applicables to K52.9 ICD 10 code
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to K52.9 ICD10 Code:

Present On Admission (POA Exempt)

K52.9 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting

Clinical information about K52.9 ICD 10 code

When you eat, your body breaks food down to a form it can use to build and nourish cells and provide energy. This process is called digestion.

Your digestive system is a series of hollow organs joined in a long, twisting tube. It runs from your mouth to your anus and includes your esophagus, stomach, and small and large intestines. Your liver, gallbladder and pancreas are also involved. They produce juices to help digestion.

There are many types of digestive disorders. The symptoms vary widely depending on the problem. In general, you should see your doctor if you have:

  • Blood in your stool
  • Changes in bowel habits
  • Severe abdominal pain
  • Unintentional weight loss
  • Heartburn not relieved by antacids

NIH: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases

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