K56.51

Billable

Intestinal adhesions [bands], with partial obstruction

K56.51 is the ICD-10-CM code for Intestinal adhesions [bands], with partial obstruction. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
K00-K95
Parent
K56.5
Edition
FY2026

K00-K95 Diseases of the digestive system

Includes

  • Intestinal adhesions with incomplete obstruction

Medications indicated for this condition

FDA labeling

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Conditions mapped to this code

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Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code K56.51?
K56.51 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Intestinal adhesions [bands], with partial obstruction". It falls under K00-K95 Diseases of the digestive system.
Is K56.51 a billable code?
Yes — K56.51 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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