K27.6 – Chronic or unspecified peptic ulcer, site unspecified, with both hemorrhage and perforation

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Diseases of esophagus, stomach and duodenum

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code K27.6

Code: K27.6 (claims format: K276)
Description: Chronic or unspecified peptic ulcer, site unspecified, with both hemorrhage and perforation
Short description: Chr or unsp peptic ulcer, site unsp, w both hemor and perf
Billable: Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for: Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter: 11. Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95)
Block: K20-K31 Diseases of esophagus, stomach and duodenum
Parent codes: K27

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

K27 – Peptic ulcer, site unspecified

Includes:

gastroduodenal ulcer NOS
peptic ulcer NOS

Excludes1 (not coded here):

peptic ulcer of newborn (P78.82)

Use additional code:

code to identify:
alcohol abuse and dependence (F10.-)

Block K20-K31

Excludes2 (not included here):

hiatus hernia (K44.-)

Index terms for K27.6

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Related codes in K27

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code K27.6?

K27.6 is the ICD-10-CM code for chronic or unspecified peptic ulcer, site unspecified, with both hemorrhage and perforation, in the block K20-K31 (Diseases of esophagus, stomach and duodenum).

Is K27.6 a billable code?

Yes. K27.6 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does K27.6 belong to?

It belongs to category K27 – Peptic ulcer, site unspecified.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.