K62.9 – Disease of anus and rectum, unspecified

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

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code K62.9

Code: K62.9 (claims format: K629)
Description: Disease of anus and rectum, unspecified
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: K62

Notes inherited from parent codes

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

K62 – Other diseases of anus and rectum

Includes:

anal canal

Excludes2 (not included here):

colostomy and enterostomy malfunction (K94.0-, K94.1-)
fecal incontinence (R15.-)
hemorrhoids (K64.-)

Index terms for K62.9

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

Related codes in K62

K62.0 – Anal polypBillable
K62.1 – Rectal polypBillable
K62.2 – Anal prolapseBillable
K62.3 – Rectal prolapseBillable
K62.4 – Stenosis of anus and rectumBillable
K62.5 – Hemorrhage of anus and rectumBillable
K62.6 – Ulcer of anus and rectumBillable
K62.7 – Radiation proctitisBillable
K62.8 – Other specified diseases of anus and rectumHeader

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code K62.9?

K62.9 is the ICD-10-CM code for disease of anus and rectum, unspecified, in the block K55-K64 (Other diseases of intestines).

Is K62.9 a billable code?

Yes. K62.9 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does K62.9 belong to?

It belongs to category K62 – Other diseases of anus and rectum.

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.