2025 Diverticular Disease ICD 10 Code K57.90
Effective Date: 10/01/2015 To 09/30/2025Diverticulosis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding
| CMS-HCC-V24 | CMS-HCC-V28 | RxHCC | Age | Gender | Maternity | Acute or Chronic | MCC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | Acute | No |
What is Diverticular Disease ICD 10?
Diverticulosis involves small pouches (diverticula) forming in the colon wall. ICD 10 Code for Diverticular Disease is K57.90. The condition is called diverticular disease, when these pouches cause symptoms or complications like bleeding or inflammation. The Western diet, often low in fiber and high in processed foods, contributes to this condition by causing dense waste that moves slowly through the colon. Diverticulosis is the availability of the small pouches in the colon, while diverticular disease refers to symptomatic or complicated cases of diverticulosis.
Symptoms and Diagnosis of Diverticular Disease ICD 10 (K57.90)
Common symptoms include:
- Diarrhea or constipation
- Abdominal pain or cramps
- Chills or fever
Diagnostic methods may include:
Blood Tests:
Identify infections or bleeding.Stool Tests:
Detect signs of infection or gastrointestinal bleeding.Imaging Tests:
CT scans, barium enemas, sigmoidoscopy, or colonoscopy reveal diverticula and complications.
Treatment for Diverticular Disease ICD 10
Treatment approaches can be varied based on the severity of symptoms and may include:
Dietary Changes:
High-fiber foods to manage symptoms.Medications:
To alleviate symptoms or treat infections.Surgery:
Colectomy may be necessary for severe cases.