Current
K50 — Crohn's disease [regional enteritis]
Part of Chapter 11: Diseases of the digestive system , block Noninfective enteritis and colitis (K50-K52) .
Official Notes
Includes
granulomatous enteritis
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code to identify any associated fistulas, if applicable:
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anal fistula ( K60.3- )
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anorectal fistula ( K60.5- )
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rectal fistula ( K60.4- )
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code to identify manifestations, such as:
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pyoderma gangrenosum ( L88 )
Excludes1
ulcerative colitis ( K51 .-)
Child Codes
Referenced By
Official notes on these codes cite K50.
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