K28.6
✓ BillableChronic or unspecified gastrojejunal ulcer with both hemorrhage and perforation
Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95)
❌ Excludes1
inheritedRules inherited from parent codes in the hierarchy.
- • primary ulcer of small intestine (K63.3)
📋 Code Instructions
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- • alcohol abuse and dependence (F10.-)
Clinical Description
ICD-10-CM code K28.6 represents chronic or unspecified gastrojejunal ulcer with both hemorrhage and perforation. This code falls under the Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95) classification. It is a billable/specific code valid for HIPAA-covered transactions as of October 1, 2025 (FY2026). This code can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes on insurance claims.
This is a 5-character code at the 4th level of specificity. This is the most specific code available in this subcategory. Coders should note that K28.6 has 1 Excludes1 restriction(s) — codes that cannot be reported together on the same claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code K28.6?
ICD-10-CM code K28.6 is "Chronic or unspecified gastrojejunal ulcer with both hemorrhage and perforation". It belongs to the category: Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95).
Is K28.6 a billable ICD-10 code?
Yes, K28.6 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What codes are excluded with K28.6?
K28.6 has 1 Excludes1 rule(s). These codes are mutually exclusive and cannot be coded together on the same claim.
Related Codes in K28
Other codes in the same category that may be relevant for differential coding:
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Data Source
CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List
Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)