K56.50 – Intestinal adhesions [bands], unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Other diseases of intestines

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code K56.50
Code
K56.50 (claims format: K5650)
Description
Intestinal adhesions [bands], unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Short description
Intestnl adhesions, unsp as to partial versus complete obst
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
K55-K64 Other diseases of intestines
Parent codes
K56 › K56.5

Notes for K56.50

Applicable to:
  • Intestinal adhesions with obstruction NOS

Notes inherited from parent codes

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

K56 – Paralytic ileus and intestinal obstruction without hernia

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • congenital stricture or stenosis of intestine (Q41-Q42)
  • cystic fibrosis with meconium ileus (E84.11)
  • ischemic stricture of intestine (K55.1)
  • meconium ileus NOS (P76.0)
  • neonatal intestinal obstructions classifiable to P76.-
  • obstruction of duodenum (K31.5)
  • postprocedural intestinal obstruction (K91.3-)
Excludes2 (not included here):
  • stenosis of anus or rectum (K62.4)

K56.5 – Intestinal adhesions [bands] with obstruction (postinfection)

Applicable to:
  • Abdominal hernia due to adhesions with obstruction
  • Peritoneal adhesions [bands] with intestinal obstruction (postinfection)

Index terms for K56.50

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

Related codes in K56.5

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code K56.50?

K56.50 is the ICD-10-CM code for intestinal adhesions [bands], unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction, in the block K55-K64 (Other diseases of intestines).

Is K56.50 a billable code?

Yes. K56.50 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does K56.50 belong to?

It belongs to category K56 – Paralytic ileus and intestinal obstruction without hernia.

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.