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

This code signifies inflammation of diverticula, which are small pouches or sacs, located in the small intestine. Specifically, it indicates that there is no evidence of a hole (perforation) in the intestinal wall, no collection of pus (abscess), and no active bleeding associated with the diverticulitis.

Use this code for patients diagnosed with uncomplicated small intestinal diverticulitis where imaging studies (e.g., CT scan) and clinical assessment confirm the absence of perforation, abscess, or hemorrhage. Documentation should clearly state "small intestine," "diverticulitis," and explicitly rule out these complications.

• Ensure documentation specifies "small intestine" as the location; otherwise, diverticulitis of the large intestine (K57.3x) may be more appropriate.
• Verify the absence of perforation, abscess, or bleeding. If any of these are present, a more specific code within the K57.1x category should be selected.
• Do not confuse with diverticulosis (K57.0x-K57.8x), which refers to the presence of diverticula without inflammation.