Family history of hyperplastic colon polyps

This code indicates a patient's family history of hyperplastic polyps in the colon. It signifies that one or more immediate family members (e.g., parent, sibling, child) have been diagnosed with this specific type of non-adenomatous colorectal polyp.

Use this code when documenting a patient's increased risk for colorectal polyps due to a familial predisposition to hyperplastic polyps. This is particularly relevant for screening and surveillance protocols, even if the patient themselves has not yet developed polyps.

• This code is for family history only; do not use if the patient has a personal history of hyperplastic polyps.
• Distinguish carefully between hyperplastic polyps and adenomatous polyps, as different family history codes exist for each.
• Always sequence this code as a secondary diagnosis, as it describes a risk factor rather than an active condition.