K60.4

Non-billable

Rectal fistula

K60.4 is the ICD-10-CM code for Rectal fistula. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as K60.40 for billing.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
K00-K95
Parent
K60
Subcodes
3
Edition
FY2026

K00-K95 Diseases of the digestive system

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

A fistula is an abnormal connection between two parts inside of the body. Fistulas may develop between different organs, such as between the esophagus and the windpipe or the bowel and the vagina. They can also develop between two blood vessels, such as between an artery and a vein or between two arteries. Some people are born with a fistula. Other common causes of fistulas include: Complications from surgery Injury…

Read more about Fistulas at MedlinePlus ↗

Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.

Includes

  • Fistula of rectum to skin

Excludes1 — not coded here

  • congenital fistula (Q43.6)
  • rectovaginal fistula (N82.3)
  • vesicorectal fistual (N32.1)

Code first

  • , if applicable:
  • Crohn's disease (K50.-)
  • ulcerative colitis (K51.-)

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code K60.4?
K60.4 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Rectal fistula". It falls under K00-K95 Diseases of the digestive system.
Is K60.4 a billable code?
No — K60.4 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as K60.40) for billing.
What are the subcodes of K60.4?
K60.4 has 3 more specific child codes, including K60.40, K60.41, K60.42.
What is excluded from K60.4?
Excludes1 (not coded here): congenital fistula (Q43.6); rectovaginal fistula (N82.3); vesicorectal fistual (N32.1).

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

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