K94.0 – Colostomy complications
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Other diseases of the digestive system
ICD-10-CM code
K94.0
- Code
K94.0(claims format:K940)- Description
- Colostomy complications
- 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
- K90-K95 Other diseases of the digestive system
- Parent codes
- K94
Billable codes under K94.0
K94.0 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:
- K94.00 – Colostomy complication, unspecifiedBillable
- K94.01 – Colostomy hemorrhageBillable
- K94.02 – Colostomy infectionBillable
- K94.03 – Colostomy malfunctionBillable
- K94.09 – Other complications of colostomyBillable
Related codes in K94
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code K94.0?
K94.0 is the ICD-10-CM code for colostomy complications, in the block K90-K95 (Other diseases of the digestive system).
Is K94.0 a billable code?
No. K94.0 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.
What category does K94.0 belong to?
It belongs to category K94 – Complications of artificial openings of the digestive system.
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.