K52.22
Billable

Food protein-induced enteropathy

Billable / Specific Code

What is Food protein-induced enteropathy?

ICD-10-CM K52.22 is the diagnosis code for Food protein-induced enteropathy. This code falls under the section "Noninfective enteritis and colitis" 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.

Coding Guidelines for K52.22

Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where K52.22 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is K52.22 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, K52.22 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does K52.22 mean?

K52.22 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Food protein-induced enteropathy". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of K52.22?

The parent code of K52.22 is K52.2 ("Allergic and dietetic gastroenteritis and colitis"). K52.22 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is K52.22 in?

K52.22 is located in Section K50-K52 — "Noninfective enteritis and colitis" within Chapter 11 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use K52.22?

Use K52.22 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Food protein-induced enteropathy" 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 Food protein-induced enteropathy?

The ICD-10-CM code for Food protein-induced enteropathy is K52.22.

Can K52.22 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, K52.22 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is K52.22 in?

K52.22 is in Chapter 11 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is K52.22 valid for 2026?

Yes, K52.22 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousK52.21Food protein-induced enterocolitis syndromeNext →K52.29Other allergic and dietetic gastroenteritis and colitis
Code Details
K52.22
Food protein-induced enteropathy
Billable / Specific Code
11 — Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95)
K50-K52 — Noninfective enteritis and colitis
2026 ICD-10-CM