Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis with rectal bleeding
ICD-10 K51.011 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis with rectal bleeding.
K51.011 refers to ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis with rectal bleeding, a subtype of ulcerative colitis that affects the entire colon. This condition is characterized by inflammation and ulceration of the colonic mucosa, leading to symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, and rectal bleeding. The disease can progress from mild to severe, with potential complications including toxic megacolon and increased risk of colorectal cancer. Diagnosis typically involves a combination of clinical evaluation, endoscopic examination, and histological analysis of biopsy samples. Patients may present with varying degrees of symptoms, and the severity can fluctuate over time, necessitating ongoing monitoring and management. Treatment often includes anti-inflammatory medications, immunosuppressants, and in some cases, surgical intervention. Understanding the anatomy involved, including the rectum and entire colon, is crucial for effective management and coding of this condition.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
K51.011 specifically covers chronic ulcerative pancolitis with rectal bleeding, which is a severe form of ulcerative colitis affecting the entire colon and characterized by significant inflammation and ulceration leading to rectal bleeding.
K51.011 should be used when the patient has a confirmed diagnosis of chronic ulcerative pancolitis with rectal bleeding, differentiating it from other forms of ulcerative colitis that may not involve the entire colon or present with bleeding.
Documentation should include clinical findings, endoscopic reports, biopsy results, and a detailed history of symptoms, particularly the presence of rectal bleeding and the extent of colonic involvement.
