Ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis with other complication
ICD-10 K51.318 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis with other complication.
K51.318 refers to ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis with other complications, a subtype of ulcerative colitis affecting the rectum and sigmoid colon. Clinically, patients may present with symptoms such as abdominal pain, rectal bleeding, diarrhea, and urgency. The anatomy involved includes the rectum and sigmoid colon, which are critical components of the lower gastrointestinal tract. Disease progression can vary, with some patients experiencing intermittent flare-ups and others facing chronic symptoms that may lead to complications such as strictures, perforation, or increased risk of colorectal cancer. Diagnostic considerations include a thorough patient history, physical examination, and confirmatory tests such as colonoscopy with biopsy, which can help differentiate ulcerative rectosigmoiditis from other gastrointestinal disorders. The presence of other complications may necessitate additional diagnostic imaging or laboratory tests to assess the extent of the disease and guide treatment options.
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
K51.318 covers chronic ulcerative rectosigmoiditis with complications such as strictures, abscesses, or fistulas. It is important to document the specific complications present to justify the use of this code.
K51.318 should be used when the patient has chronic ulcerative rectosigmoiditis accompanied by other complications. If there are no complications, K51.319 should be used instead.
Documentation should include a detailed clinical history, physical examination findings, results from diagnostic tests (e.g., colonoscopy), and notes on any complications observed during treatment.
