K59.81 – Ogilvie syndrome
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Other diseases of intestines
ICD-10-CM code
K59.81
- Code
K59.81(claims format:K5981)- Description
- Ogilvie syndrome
- 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
- K59 › K59.8
Notes for K59.81
Applicable to:
- Acute colonic pseudo-obstruction (ACPO)
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
K59 – Other functional intestinal disorders
Excludes1 (not coded here):
Excludes2 (not included here):
- functional disorders of stomach (K31.-)
Index terms for K59.81
Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:
Related codes in K59.8
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code K59.81?
K59.81 is the ICD-10-CM code for ogilvie syndrome, in the block K55-K64 (Other diseases of intestines).
Is K59.81 a billable code?
Yes. K59.81 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does K59.81 belong to?
It belongs to category K59 – Other functional intestinal disorders.
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.