K6A.0
⚠ Non-billable
Pelvic abscess
ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Diseases of the Digestive System
Code
K6A.0
System
ICD-10-CM
Billable
No — use specific code
Effective
FY2026
Chapter
Diseases of the Digestive System
Source
CMS / CDC NCHS
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Official coding notes
From CMS's ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Excludes2 — not included here, but may code together
- peritoneal abscess (K65.1)
- retroperitoneal abscess (K68.1-)
Use additional code
- code (B95-B97), to identify infectious agent, if known
Code also
- , if applicable:
- diverticular disease of intestine (K57.-)
- female pelvic inflammatory disease (N73.-)
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code K6A.0?
ICD-10-CM code K6A.0 represents Pelvic abscess. It is a non-billable header code requiring a more specific subcategory in the Diseases of the Digestive System chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
Is K6A.0 billable?
No. K6A.0 is a non-billable header. Select a more specific subcategory for claims submission.
What chapter is K6A.0 in?
K6A.0 belongs to the Diseases of the Digestive System chapter (K00–K95) of ICD-10-CM.
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