K87
Billable

Disorders of gallbladder, biliary tract and pancreas in diseases classified elsewhere

Billable / Specific Code

What is Disorders of gallbladder, biliary tract and pancreas in diseases classified elsewhere?

ICD-10-CM K87 is the diagnosis code for Disorders of gallbladder, biliary tract and pancreas in diseases classified elsewhere. This code falls under the section "Disorders of gallbladder, biliary tract and pancreas" within Chapter 11 — Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for K87

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as K87. They are mutually exclusive:

  • cytomegaloviral pancreatitis (B25.2)
  • mumps pancreatitis (B26.3)
  • syphilitic gallbladder (A52.74)
  • syphilitic pancreas (A52.74)
  • tuberculosis of gallbladder (A18.83)
  • tuberculosis of pancreas (A18.83)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where K87 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeK87 — Disorders of gallbladder, biliary tract and pancreas in diseases classified elsewhere
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is K87 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, K87 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does K87 mean?

K87 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Disorders of gallbladder, biliary tract and pancreas in diseases classified elsewhere". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is K87 in?

K87 is located in Section K80-K87 — "Disorders of gallbladder, biliary tract and pancreas" within Chapter 11 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use K87?

Use K87 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Disorders of gallbladder, biliary tract and pancreas in diseases classified elsewhere" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Disorders of gallbladder, biliary tract and pancreas in diseases classified elsewhere?

The ICD-10-CM code for Disorders of gallbladder, biliary tract and pancreas in diseases classified elsewhere is K87.

Can K87 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, K87 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is K87 in?

K87 is in Chapter 11 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from K87?

Type 1 Excludes for K87 include: cytomegaloviral pancreatitis (B25.2); mumps pancreatitis (B26.3); syphilitic gallbladder (A52.74) and more.

Is K87 valid for 2026?

Yes, K87 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
K87
Disorders of gallbladder, biliary tract and pancreas in diseases classified elsewhere
Billable / Specific Code
11 — Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95)
K80-K87 — Disorders of gallbladder, biliary tract and pancreas
2026 ICD-10-CM