Inflammatory polyps of colon with fistula
ICD-10 K51.413 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of inflammatory polyps of colon with fistula.
K51.413 refers to inflammatory polyps of the colon with fistula, a condition characterized by the presence of polyps in the colon that are associated with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), particularly ulcerative colitis. These polyps can develop as a result of chronic inflammation and may lead to complications such as fistula formation, which is an abnormal connection between the colon and another organ or the skin. Clinically, patients may present with symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, rectal bleeding, and signs of systemic inflammation. The anatomy involved primarily includes the colon, where the polyps arise, and the surrounding tissues that may be affected by the fistula. Disease progression can vary; while some patients may experience mild symptoms, others may develop severe complications requiring surgical intervention. Diagnostic considerations include colonoscopy for direct visualization of the polyps, biopsy for histological examination, and imaging studies to assess the presence and extent of fistulas. Regular monitoring is crucial due to the increased risk of colorectal cancer associated with long-standing inflammatory bowel disease.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
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Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
K51.413 specifically covers inflammatory polyps of the colon that are associated with fistula formation due to inflammatory bowel disease, particularly ulcerative colitis. It does not include polyps that are benign or those not associated with IBD.
K51.413 should be used when there is clear documentation of inflammatory polyps in the colon that are accompanied by a fistula. If the polyps are present without fistula, K51.411 should be used instead.
Documentation should include a detailed clinical history of inflammatory bowel disease, results from colonoscopy showing the presence of inflammatory polyps, and imaging studies that confirm the presence of a fistula.
