K31.5
BillableObstruction of duodenum
K31.5 is the ICD-10-CM code for Obstruction of duodenum. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
K00-K95 Diseases of the digestive system
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHAn intestinal obstruction occurs when food or stool cannot move through the intestines. The obstruction can be complete or partial. There are many causes. The most common are adhesions , hernias , cancers, and certain medicines. Symptoms include: Severe abdominal pain or cramping Vomiting Bloating Loud bowel sounds Swelling of the abdomen Inability to pass gas Constipation A complete intestinal obstruction is a…
Read more about Intestinal Obstruction at MedlinePlus ↗Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.
Includes
- •Constriction of duodenum
- •Duodenal ileus (chronic)
- •Stenosis of duodenum
- •Stricture of duodenum
- •Volvulus of duodenum
Excludes1 — not coded here
- •congenital stenosis of duodenum (Q41.0)
Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code K31.5?
- K31.5 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Obstruction of duodenum". It falls under K00-K95 Diseases of the digestive system.
- Is K31.5 a billable code?
- Yes — K31.5 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
- What is excluded from K31.5?
- Excludes1 (not coded here): congenital stenosis of duodenum (Q41.0).
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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