Dvtrcli of intest, part unsp, w perf and abscess w/o bleed

This code signifies an inflammatory condition affecting outpouchings in the intestinal wall (diverticula), specifically when the exact location within the intestine is not documented. The inflammation has progressed to include both a perforation (a hole in the intestinal wall) and an abscess (a collection of pus), but without any associated bleeding.

This code is appropriate for patients diagnosed with diverticulitis where the physician documentation clearly indicates the presence of both perforation and abscess, and explicitly states the absence of bleeding. It is used when the specific segment of the intestine affected (e.g., small intestine, colon) is not specified in the medical record.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "without bleeding" to differentiate from codes indicating bleeding.
• Do not use if the specific intestinal segment (e.g., small intestine, large intestine) is identified; instead, use a more specific code from the K57.1-K57.5 or K57.9 series.
• Always look for documentation of the presence or absence of bleeding, perforation, and abscess, as these significantly impact code selection within the K57 category.