Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM K52 is the diagnosis code for Other and unspecified noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis. This code falls under the section "Noninfective enteritis and colitis" within Chapter 11 — Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.
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.
Understanding where K52 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, K52 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
K52 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other and unspecified noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
K52 is located in Section K50-K52 — "Noninfective enteritis and colitis" within Chapter 11 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
K52 has 6 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: K52.0, K52.1, K52.2, K52.3, K52.8 and more.
Use K52 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other and unspecified noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Other and unspecified noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis is K52.
No, K52 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
K52 is in Chapter 11 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, K52 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.