K86.1

Billable

Other chronic pancreatitis

K86.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for Other chronic pancreatitis. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
K00-K95
Parent
K86
Edition
FY2026

K00-K95 Diseases of the digestive system

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

The pancreas is a large gland behind the stomach and close to the first part of the small intestine. It secretes digestive juices into the small intestine through a tube called the pancreatic duct. The pancreas also releases the hormones insulin and glucagon into the bloodstream. Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas. It happens when digestive enzymes start digesting the pancreas itself. Pancreatitis can be…

Read more about Pancreatitis at MedlinePlus ↗

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

Includes

  • Chronic pancreatitis NOS
  • Infectious chronic pancreatitis
  • Recurrent chronic pancreatitis
  • Relapsing chronic pancreatitis

Notes

  • exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (K86.81)

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code K86.1?
K86.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Other chronic pancreatitis". It falls under K00-K95 Diseases of the digestive system.
Is K86.1 a billable code?
Yes — K86.1 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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