Ileostomy status

This code indicates the presence of an ileostomy, which is a surgically created opening in the abdomen that brings the end or loop of the ileum (small intestine) to the surface of the skin. This allows for the diversion of fecal matter from the digestive tract into an external pouch.

This code is used when a patient has a history of or currently lives with an ileostomy. It is typically reported as a secondary diagnosis to indicate the patient's altered anatomical status, often in conjunction with codes for the underlying condition that necessitated the ileostomy (e.g., Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, colorectal cancer).

• Always sequence this code after the primary diagnosis for the condition requiring the ileostomy.
• Do not use this code for a colostomy; a different code exists for that status.
• This code signifies the presence of the ileostomy, not complications or specific care related to it.