K55 ICD-10-CM Code: Vascular disorders of intestine
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
K55Vascular disorders of intestine
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where K55 sits
- 1
Chapter 11
Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95)
- 2
Section
Other diseases of intestines (K55-K64)
- 3
Category K55
Vascular disorders of intestine
- 4
Code K55
Vascular disorders of intestine
More specific choices
Codes under K55
K55 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for K55.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for K55.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for K55.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- necrotizing enterocolitis of newborn (P77.-)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
- angioectasia (angiodysplasia) duodenum (K31.81-)
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Source and release
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code K55 mean?
K55 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Vascular disorders of intestine.”
Is K55 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. K55 has more specific child codes in the FY 2027 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is K55 located in ICD-10-CM?
K55 is listed in Chapter 11, Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95), within Other diseases of intestines (K55-K64) (K55–K64), under category K55, Vascular disorders of intestine.
What coding notes are listed for K55?
No inclusion terms are listed for K55 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: necrotizing enterocolitis of newborn (P77.-). Excludes2 notes: angioectasia (angiodysplasia) duodenum (K31.81-).
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