Ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis with complications
ICD-10 K51.31 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis with complications.
K51.31 refers to ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis with complications, a form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that primarily affects the rectum and sigmoid colon. Clinically, patients may present with symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea (often bloody), urgency, and tenesmus. The anatomy involved includes the rectum and the sigmoid colon, which are critical components of the lower gastrointestinal tract. Disease progression can lead to complications such as strictures, perforations, or toxic megacolon, necessitating careful monitoring and management. Diagnostic considerations include endoscopic evaluation, histological examination of biopsy samples, and imaging studies to assess the extent of inflammation and rule out other conditions. Chronic rectosigmoiditis can significantly impact a patient's quality of life and may require a multidisciplinary approach for management, including medication, dietary changes, and possibly surgical intervention in severe cases.
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
K51.31 covers chronic ulcerative rectosigmoiditis with complications such as strictures, perforations, or toxic megacolon. It is characterized by inflammation and ulceration of the rectum and sigmoid colon, leading to significant gastrointestinal symptoms.
K51.31 should be used when there is documented evidence of complications associated with chronic rectosigmoiditis. If the condition is uncomplicated, K51.30 would be more appropriate. Accurate differentiation is crucial for proper treatment and reimbursement.
Documentation for K51.31 should include clinical notes detailing the patient's symptoms, diagnostic test results, evidence of complications, treatment plans, and responses to therapy. Endoscopic findings and biopsy results are particularly important.
