K27.5
✓ Billable
Chronic or unspecified peptic ulcer, site unspecified, with perforation
ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Diseases of the Digestive System
Code
K27.5
System
ICD-10-CM
Billable
Yes — valid for submission
Effective
FY2026
Chapter
Diseases of the Digestive System
Source
CMS / CDC NCHS
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Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code K27.5?
ICD-10-CM code K27.5 represents Chronic or unspecified peptic ulcer, site unspecified, with perforation. It is a billable diagnosis code in the Diseases of the Digestive System chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
Is K27.5 billable?
Yes. K27.5 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for insurance claims and clinical documentation.
What chapter is K27.5 in?
K27.5 belongs to the Diseases of the Digestive System chapter (K00–K95) of ICD-10-CM.
Related codes in the K27 category
K27
Peptic ulcer, site unspecified
Non-billable
K27.0
Acute peptic ulcer, site unspecified, with hemorrhage
Billable
K27.1
Acute peptic ulcer, site unspecified, with perforation
Billable
K27.2
Acute peptic ulcer, site unspecified, with both hemorrhage and perforation
Billable
K27.3
Acute peptic ulcer, site unspecified, without hemorrhage or perforation
Billable
K27.4
Chronic or unspecified peptic ulcer, site unspecified, with hemorrhage
Billable
K27.6
Chronic or unspecified peptic ulcer, site unspecified, with both hemorrhage and perforation
Billable
K27.7
Chronic peptic ulcer, site unspecified, without hemorrhage or perforation
Billable
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