Ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis without complications
ICD-10 K51.30 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis without complications.
Ulcerative rectosigmoiditis is a form of inflammatory bowel disease characterized by inflammation and ulceration of 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 lower part of the colon, specifically the sigmoid colon and rectum, which are crucial for the final stages of digestion and waste elimination. Disease progression can vary, with some patients experiencing intermittent flare-ups and periods of remission. Chronic cases may lead to complications such as strictures or increased risk of colorectal cancer. Diagnostic considerations include a thorough patient history, physical examination, stool studies, and endoscopic evaluation with biopsy to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other conditions such as Crohn's disease or infectious colitis. Laboratory tests may also be employed to assess inflammation and rule out other gastrointestinal disorders.
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
K51.30 specifically covers ulcerative rectosigmoiditis, which is characterized by chronic inflammation and ulceration of the rectum and sigmoid colon without any complications. It is important to differentiate it from other types of ulcerative colitis and gastrointestinal disorders.
K51.30 should be used when the patient has a confirmed diagnosis of ulcerative rectosigmoiditis without complications. It is essential to differentiate it from other codes like K51.20, which covers unspecified ulcerative colitis, to ensure accurate representation of the patient's condition.
Documentation for K51.30 should include a detailed clinical history, physical examination findings, results from endoscopic procedures, and any relevant laboratory tests that confirm the diagnosis of ulcerative rectosigmoiditis without complications.
