Question 1

Is K51 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, K51 is not a billable code. It is a category code that requires additional specificity. You must select a more specific code from the subcategories for billing purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code K51 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code K51 represents Ulcerative colitis. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

When was ICD-10 code K51 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code K51 has been part of ICD-10-CM since 2016, when the coding system was mandated for use in the United States. This code was included in the original US implementation.

Question 4

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code K51?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for K51 is section:K50-K52 (Noninfective enteritis and colitis (K50-K52)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

What conditions are excluded from K51?

Accepted Answer

Code K51 has Type 1 Excludes (mutually exclusive conditions) including: Crohn's disease [regional enteritis] (K50.-). These conditions cannot be coded together with K51 as they represent different diagnoses.

Question 6

Should I use additional codes with K51?

Accepted Answer

Yes, when coding K51, consider adding codes for: code to identify any associated fistulas, if applicable:; anal fistula (K60.3-). Additional codes provide more specificity about the patient's condition.

K512026

Excludes13Not coded together

Excludes28Not included here

Use Additional Code6Add code for detail

Includes1Included conditions