Other microscopic colitis
ICD-10 K52.838 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of other microscopic colitis.
K52.838 refers to other microscopic colitis, a condition characterized by chronic diarrhea that is often non-bloody and can be associated with abdominal pain. Microscopic colitis is an inflammatory condition of the colon that is diagnosed through histological examination of colonic biopsies, revealing inflammation that is not visible during standard endoscopy. The anatomy involved primarily includes the colon, where inflammation can disrupt normal bowel function. Disease progression may vary; some patients experience intermittent symptoms, while others may have persistent diarrhea that significantly impacts their quality of life. Diagnostic considerations include ruling out other causes of diarrhea, such as infections or inflammatory bowel disease, and confirming the diagnosis through biopsy. Patients may also present with associated symptoms like weight loss, fatigue, and malnutrition due to fluid loss and dietary restrictions. Treatment typically involves dietary modifications, medications such as anti-diarrheal agents, and in some cases, corticosteroids to reduce inflammation.
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
K52.838 covers cases of microscopic colitis that do not fit into the more specific categories of lymphocytic or collagenous colitis. It includes patients with chronic diarrhea and inflammation confirmed through biopsy but without the specific histological features of the aforementioned types.
K52.838 should be used when a patient presents with symptoms of colitis and has undergone biopsy confirming inflammation that does not meet the criteria for lymphocytic or collagenous colitis. It is important to differentiate based on histological findings.
Documentation supporting K52.838 includes detailed clinical notes outlining the patient's symptoms, results from colonoscopy, and biopsy findings that confirm inflammation without specific histological characteristics of other colitis types.
