Left sided colitis with intestinal obstruction
ICD-10 K51.512 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of left sided colitis with intestinal obstruction.
K51.512 refers to left-sided colitis with intestinal obstruction, a condition characterized by inflammation of the colon, specifically affecting the left side, which includes the descending colon and sigmoid colon. Patients typically present with symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, rectal bleeding, and urgency. The obstruction may result from severe inflammation, strictures, or complications such as abscess formation. The anatomy involved includes the colon, rectum, and surrounding structures, which can be affected by the inflammatory process. Disease progression can lead to complications such as perforation or severe dehydration. Diagnostic considerations include colonoscopy, imaging studies like CT scans, and laboratory tests to assess inflammation and rule out other conditions. Accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective management and treatment planning, which may involve medications, dietary changes, or surgical interventions in severe cases.
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
K51.512 specifically covers left-sided colitis that is complicated by intestinal obstruction. This includes cases where the obstruction is due to inflammatory strictures or other complications arising from the colitis.
K51.512 should be used when there is clear documentation of left-sided colitis accompanied by intestinal obstruction. If the obstruction is absent or if the colitis affects other regions of the colon, different codes should be selected.
Documentation should include clinical findings from physical examinations, imaging studies that confirm obstruction, colonoscopy results showing inflammation, and treatment plans that address both the colitis and the obstruction.
