K55.1

✓ Billable

Chronic vascular disorders of intestine

Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95)

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Also Known As

Chronic ischemic colitisChronic ischemic enteritisChronic ischemic enterocolitisIschemic stricture of intestineMesenteric atherosclerosisMesenteric vascular insufficiency

❌ Excludes1

inherited

Rules inherited from parent codes in the hierarchy.

  • necrotizing enterocolitis of newborn (P77.-)

⚠️ Excludes2

inherited

Rules inherited from parent codes.

  • angioectasia (angiodysplasia) duodenum (K31.81-)

Clinical Description

ICD-10-CM code K55.1 represents chronic vascular disorders of intestine. 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 K55.1 has 1 Excludes1 restriction(s) — codes that cannot be reported together on the same claim.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ICD-10 code K55.1?

ICD-10-CM code K55.1 is "Chronic vascular disorders of intestine". It belongs to the category: Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95).

Is K55.1 a billable ICD-10 code?

Yes, K55.1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What codes are excluded with K55.1?

K55.1 has 1 Excludes1 rule(s). These codes are mutually exclusive and cannot be coded together on the same claim.

Can K55.1 be coded with other codes?

K55.1 has 1 Excludes2 note(s). These conditions can be coded together if both are documented in the patient record.

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Code Information

CodeK55.1
BillableYes
ParentK55
CategoryDiseases of the digestive system (K00-K95)
Excludes11 rule(s)
Excludes21 note(s)

Data Source

CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List

Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)