Bleeding rectally is a common and dangerous complication of bowel and bladder surgery. ICD-10 code for this condition is K62.5, which stands for “Intestinal Obstruction Following Colorectal Surgery: Rectal Bleeding.” Rectal bleeding can be a serious complication after any type of surgery on the bowel or bladder.
It can also occur as a result of other medical problems, such as Crohn’s disease or cancer. If you experience rectal bleeding following surgery, don’t hesitate to seek medical attention. If the bleeding is severe or doesn’t stop after treatments such as antibiotics or blood transfusions, you may need surgery to remove the obstruction. Learn more about ICD-10 code for rectal bleeding below, and be sure to consult with your healthcare provider if you experience this complication after surgery.
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What is an ICD 10 Code for Bleeding Rectal?
The ICD 10 code for bleeding rectal is K62.5. This code indicates that the patient has suffered an injury to the rectum and internal bleeding has occurred.
How to use an ICD 10 Code for Bleeding Rectal?
If you are experiencing rectal bleeding, it is important to know the ICD 10 code for this condition. The following table shows the ICD 10 code for rectal bleeding and some additional information about this code.
ICD-10 Code: K62.5
The main causes of rectal bleeding are varices, neoplasms, hemorrhoids, and anal fissures. Other causes can include excessive straining during bowel movements, childbirth, sexual intercourse, or use of laxatives or enemas. The most common symptom of rectal bleeding is pain or discomfort in the lower abdomen that lasts more than a few hours.
What are the symptoms of bleeding rectal?
The most common symptom of bleeding rectal is a sudden, unexpected loss of blood from the rectum or anus. Other symptoms may include pain, cramps, diarrhea, and fatigue. If the bleeding is severe, it may lead to shock.
Treatment of bleeding rectal with an ICD 10 Code:
References
- Introduction
The ICD code for bleeding rectal is a unique numeric identifier that is used to categorize health care diagnoses and record patient information in a medical database.
- Classification of Bleeding Rectal
Bleeding rectal can be classified by the cause of the bleeding: accidental, iatrogenic (from medical treatments), or post-operative. Accidental bleeding can be classified as follows: hematuria (blood in urine), hematoma (collection of blood outside the body), and melena (excessive production of black fluid from the intestines). Iatrogenic bleeding can be classified as follows: hemorrhoids, proctitis (inflammation of the anal canal and rectum), and pyelonephritis (infection of the kidney). Post-operative bleeding can be classified according to where it occurred within the body: abdominal, retroperitoneal, perirectal, or vaginal.