ICD-10-CM · K63.5
ICD-10 K63.5: Polyp of colon
Colon polyp.
Code
K63.5
Category
Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95)
Clinical context
Colon polyp.
Documentation requirements
- Colonoscopy finding
- Pathology
Common related procedures
- 45385 polypectomy
Common payer denial patterns
- Surveillance interval per pathology
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10 K63.5 mean?
Polyp of colon
When is this code documented?
Colon polyp.
What documentation supports this code?
Colonoscopy finding; Pathology.
What are common denials associated with this diagnosis?
Surveillance interval per pathology.
Related diagnoses
Sources
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