Inflammatory polyps of colon with rectal bleeding
ICD-10 K51.411 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of inflammatory polyps of colon with rectal bleeding.
K51.411 refers to inflammatory polyps of the colon that are associated with rectal bleeding. Inflammatory polyps are typically benign lesions that arise in the gastrointestinal tract, particularly in the colon, as a result of chronic inflammation. They can occur in conditions such as ulcerative colitis, where the mucosal lining of the colon becomes inflamed and ulcerated, leading to polyp formation. Clinically, patients may present with symptoms such as rectal bleeding, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and changes in bowel habits. The anatomy involved includes the colon and rectum, which are part of the lower gastrointestinal tract. Disease progression can vary; while inflammatory polyps are generally non-cancerous, they can be associated with underlying inflammatory bowel diseases that may increase the risk of colorectal cancer over time. Diagnostic considerations include colonoscopy for direct visualization and biopsy of the polyps, along with imaging studies to assess the extent of inflammation and rule out malignancy. Histopathological examination is crucial for confirming the diagnosis and differentiating inflammatory polyps from other types of polyps or lesions.
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
K51.411 specifically covers inflammatory polyps of the colon that are associated with rectal bleeding, primarily arising in the context of inflammatory bowel diseases such as ulcerative colitis.
K51.411 should be used when there is clear documentation of inflammatory polyps in the colon accompanied by rectal bleeding, differentiating it from codes that do not specify bleeding or other types of polyps.
Documentation must include a detailed clinical history, findings from colonoscopy, biopsy results confirming inflammatory polyps, and notes on any associated symptoms such as rectal bleeding.
