Enterostomy hemorrhage

This code represents bleeding originating from an enterostomy, which is a surgically created opening into the small intestine (e.g., jejunostomy, ileostomy). The hemorrhage can manifest as visible blood from the stoma, blood in the ostomy appliance, or signs of gastrointestinal bleeding. It indicates a complication related to the enterostomy site itself.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates bleeding from an existing enterostomy. This applies to both acute and chronic bleeding episodes. Supporting documentation should specify the presence of an enterostomy and evidence of hemorrhage, such as "bleeding from ileostomy site" or "jejunostomy hemorrhage."

• Do not use this code for bleeding from a colostomy; refer to codes for colostomy hemorrhage.
• Always sequence this code after the primary diagnosis if the hemorrhage is a complication of a surgical procedure or underlying condition.
• Ensure documentation specifies "enterostomy" and not a general intestinal stoma to avoid miscoding.