K62.81
Billable

Anal sphincter tear (healed) (nontraumatic) (old)

Billable / Specific Code

What is Anal sphincter tear (healed) (nontraumatic) (old)?

ICD-10-CM K62.81 is the diagnosis code for Anal sphincter tear (healed) (nontraumatic) (old). This code falls under the section "Other diseases of intestines" 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.

💡 Inclusions
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for K62.81

✅ This Code Includes

  • Tear of anus, nontraumatic

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

The following conditions are not included in K62.81. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • anal fissure (K60.-)
  • anal sphincter tear (healed) (old) complicating delivery (O34.7-)
  • traumatic tear of anal sphincter (S31.831)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where K62.81 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeK62.81 — Anal sphincter tear (healed) (nontraumatic) (old)
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is K62.81 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, K62.81 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does K62.81 mean?

K62.81 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Anal sphincter tear (healed) (nontraumatic) (old)". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of K62.81?

The parent code of K62.81 is K62.8 ("Other specified diseases of anus and rectum"). K62.81 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is K62.81 in?

K62.81 is located in Section K55-K64 — "Other diseases of intestines" within Chapter 11 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use K62.81?

Use K62.81 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Anal sphincter tear (healed) (nontraumatic) (old)" 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 Anal sphincter tear (healed) (nontraumatic) (old)?

The ICD-10-CM code for Anal sphincter tear (healed) (nontraumatic) (old) is K62.81.

Can K62.81 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, K62.81 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is K62.81 in?

K62.81 is in Chapter 11 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is K62.81 valid for 2026?

Yes, K62.81 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
K62.81
Anal sphincter tear (healed) (nontraumatic) (old)
Billable / Specific Code
11 — Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95)
K55-K64 — Other diseases of intestines
2026 ICD-10-CM