K60
Non-Billable

Fissure and fistula of anal and rectal regions

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Fissure and fistula of anal and rectal regions?

ICD-10-CM K60 is the diagnosis code for Fissure and fistula of anal and rectal regions. This code falls under the section "Other diseases of intestines" 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.

â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for K60

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in K60. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • abscess or cellulitis of anal and rectal regions (K61.-)
  • anal sphincter tear (healed) (nontraumatic) (old) (K62.81)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where K60 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeK60 — Fissure and fistula of anal and rectal regions
Sub-Codes 6 entries
K60.0Acute anal fissureBillableK60.1Chronic anal fissureBillableK60.2Anal fissure, unspecifiedBillableK60.3Anal fistulaNon-BillableK60.30Anal fistula, unspecifiedBillableK60.31Anal fistula, simpleNon-BillableK60.311Anal fistula, simple, initialBillableK60.312Anal fistula, simple, persistentBillableK60.313Anal fistula, simple, recurrentBillableK60.319Anal fistula, simple, unspecifiedBillableK60.32Anal fistula, complexNon-BillableK60.321Anal fistula, complex, initialBillableK60.322Anal fistula, complex, persistentBillableK60.323Anal fistula, complex, recurrentBillableK60.329Anal fistula, complex, unspecifiedBillableK60.4Rectal fistulaNon-BillableK60.40Rectal fistula, unspecifiedBillableK60.41Rectal fistula, simpleNon-BillableK60.411Rectal fistula, simple, initialBillableK60.412Rectal fistula, simple, persistentBillableK60.413Rectal fistula, simple, recurrentBillableK60.419Rectal fistula, simple, unspecifiedBillableK60.42Rectal fistula, complexNon-BillableK60.421Rectal fistula, complex, initialBillableK60.422Rectal fistula, complex, persistentBillableK60.423Rectal fistula, complex, recurrentBillableK60.429Rectal fistula, complex, unspecifiedBillableK60.5Anorectal fistulaNon-BillableK60.50Anorectal fistula, unspecifiedBillableK60.51Anorectal fistula, simpleNon-BillableK60.511Anorectal fistula, simple, initialBillableK60.512Anorectal fistula, simple, persistentBillableK60.513Anorectal fistula, simple, recurrentBillableK60.519Anorectal fistula, simple, unspecifiedBillableK60.52Anorectal fistula, complexNon-BillableK60.521Anorectal fistula, complex, initialBillableK60.522Anorectal fistula, complex, persistentBillableK60.523Anorectal fistula, complex, recurrentBillableK60.529Anorectal fistula, complex, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is K60 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, K60 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does K60 mean?

K60 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Fissure and fistula of anal and rectal regions". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is K60 in?

K60 is located in Section K55-K64 — "Other diseases of intestines" within Chapter 11 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of K60?

K60 has 6 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: K60.0, K60.1, K60.2, K60.3, K60.4 and more.

When should I use K60?

Use K60 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Fissure and fistula of anal and rectal regions" 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 Fissure and fistula of anal and rectal regions?

The ICD-10-CM code for Fissure and fistula of anal and rectal regions is K60.

Can K60 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, K60 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is K60 in?

K60 is in Chapter 11 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is K60 valid for 2026?

Yes, K60 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
K60
Fissure and fistula of anal and rectal regions
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
11 — Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95)
K55-K64 — Other diseases of intestines
2026 ICD-10-CM