K92
Non-Billable

Other diseases of digestive system

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Other diseases of digestive system?

ICD-10-CM K92 is the diagnosis code for Other diseases of digestive system. This code falls under the section "Other diseases of the digestive system" 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for K92

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as K92. They are mutually exclusive:

  • neonatal gastrointestinal hemorrhage (P54.0-P54.3)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where K92 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeK92 — Other diseases of digestive system
Sub-Codes 5 entries
K92.0HematemesisBillableK92.1MelenaBillableK92.2Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecifiedBillableK92.8Other specified diseases of the digestive systemNon-BillableK92.81Gastrointestinal mucositis (ulcerative)BillableK92.89Other specified diseases of the digestive systemBillableK92.9Disease of digestive system, unspecifiedBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is K92 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, K92 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does K92 mean?

K92 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other diseases of digestive system". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is K92 in?

K92 is located in Section K90-K95 — "Other diseases of the digestive system" within Chapter 11 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of K92?

K92 has 5 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: K92.0, K92.1, K92.2, K92.8, K92.9.

When should I use K92?

Use K92 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other diseases of digestive system" 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 Other diseases of digestive system?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other diseases of digestive system is K92.

Can K92 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, K92 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is K92 in?

K92 is in Chapter 11 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from K92?

Type 1 Excludes for K92 include: neonatal gastrointestinal hemorrhage (P54.0-P54.3).

Is K92 valid for 2026?

Yes, K92 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousK91.89Other postprocedural complications and disorders of digestive systemNext →K92.0Hematemesis
Code Details
K92
Other diseases of digestive system
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
11 — Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95)
K90-K95 — Other diseases of the digestive system
2026 ICD-10-CM