K57.20 – Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding

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

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code K57.20
Code
K57.20 (claims format: K5720)
Description
Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
Short description
Dvtrcli of lg int w perforation and abscess w/o bleeding
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
K57 › K57.2

Notes inherited from parent codes

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

K57 – Diverticular disease of intestine

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • congenital diverticulum of intestine (Q43.8)
  • Meckel's diverticulum (Q43.0)
Excludes2 (not included here):
  • diverticulum of appendix (K38.2)
Code also:
  • if applicable:
  • pelvic abscess (K6A.0-)
  • peritonitis (K65.-)

K57.2 – Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • diverticulitis of both small and large intestine with perforation and abscess (K57.4-)

Index terms for K57.20

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

Related codes in K57.2

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code K57.20?

K57.20 is the ICD-10-CM code for diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding, in the block K55-K64 (Other diseases of intestines).

Is K57.20 a billable code?

Yes. K57.20 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does K57.20 belong to?

It belongs to category K57 – Diverticular disease of intestine.

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.