Dvrtclos of sm int w/o perforation or abscess w/o bleeding

This code describes the presence of diverticula (small pouches or sacs) in the small intestine, specifically without any associated complications such as perforation, abscess formation, or hemorrhage. It represents an uncomplicated form of diverticular disease affecting the small bowel.

Use this code when documentation confirms the presence of diverticula in the small intestine, and explicitly states the absence of bleeding, perforation, or abscess. This is typically identified during endoscopic procedures, imaging studies (e.g., CT scan, small bowel follow-through), or surgical exploration.

• Ensure documentation explicitly negates perforation, abscess, and bleeding; otherwise, a more specific code is required.
• Distinguish from diverticulosis of the colon (K57.30) or other intestinal sites.
• If bleeding is present, even without perforation or abscess, a code from subcategory K57.12 should be used.