K68.1 – Retroperitoneal abscess
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Diseases of peritoneum, retroperitoneum and pelvis
ICD-10-CM code
K68.1
- Code
K68.1(claims format:K681)- Description
- Retroperitoneal abscess
- Billable
- No – use a more specific code below
- Valid for
- Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
- Chapter
- 11. Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95)
- Block
- K65-K6A Diseases of peritoneum, retroperitoneum and pelvis
- Parent codes
- K68
Billable codes under K68.1
K68.1 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:
Related codes in K68
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code K68.1?
K68.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for retroperitoneal abscess, in the block K65-K6A (Diseases of peritoneum, retroperitoneum and pelvis).
Is K68.1 a billable code?
No. K68.1 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.
What category does K68.1 belong to?
It belongs to category K68 – Disorders of retroperitoneum.
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.