K57.20
✓ Billable
Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Diseases of the Digestive System
Code
K57.20
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 K57.20?
ICD-10-CM code K57.20 represents Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding. It is a billable diagnosis code in the Diseases of the Digestive System chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
Is K57.20 billable?
Yes. K57.20 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for insurance claims and clinical documentation.
What chapter is K57.20 in?
K57.20 belongs to the Diseases of the Digestive System chapter (K00–K95) of ICD-10-CM.
Related codes in the K57 category
K57
Diverticular disease of intestine
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K57.0
Diverticulitis of small intestine with perforation and abscess
Non-billable
K57.1
Diverticular disease of small intestine without perforation or abscess
Non-billable
K57.2
Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess
Non-billable
K57.3
Diverticular disease of large intestine without perforation or abscess
Non-billable
K57.4
Diverticulitis of both small and large intestine with perforation and abscess
Non-billable
K57.5
Diverticular disease of both small and large intestine without perforation or abscess
Non-billable
K57.8
Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, with perforation and abscess
Non-billable
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