2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code K52.832Lymphocytic colitis

ICD-10-CM Codes›K00–K95›K50-K52›K52

ICD-10-CM K52.832
CMSSource: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM dataset · Effective Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026

K52.832 is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for lymphocytic colitis. It is valid on HIPAA claims for fiscal year 2026 (October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026) and groups to MS-DRG 391 through 392. In AHRQ's Clinical Classifications Software (CCSR), this diagnosis falls under Noninfectious gastroenteritis.

Code Identity

ICD-10-CM Code
K52.832
Billable Status
Yes — Valid for Submission
Code Describes
Lymphocytic colitis
Short Description
Lymphocytic colitis
Same as the full description in the CMS dataset.
Parent Code
K52.83
Microscopic colitis

Code Classification

ChapterK00–K95Diseases of the digestive system
SectionK50-K52Noninfective enteritis and colitis
CategoryK52Other and unspecified noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis
This CodeK52.832Lymphocytic colitis

Approximate SynonymsGuidance

Alternate terms and clinical phrases that map to this code.

  • Lymphocytic colitis
  • Microscopic colitis

Index to Diseases and InjuriesGuidance

Alphabetical index entries that point to this code.

External Cause of Injuries IndexGuidance

References for this code in the External Cause of Injuries Index.

    • Colitis(acute) (catarrhal) (chronic) (noninfective) (hemorrhagic)
      • lymphocytic

Clinical ClassificationClinical

AHRQ’s CCSR groups this code into broader clinical categories.

CCSR DIG022
Noninfectious gastroenteritis
Default principal diagnosis: inpatient Yes · outpatient Yes

Clinical InformationClinical

  • Lymphocytic Colitis

    microscopic colitis characterized by the accumulation of lymphocytes in the colonic epithelium and lamina propria. patients present with chronic watery diarrhea. colonoscopy reveals normal colonic mucosa. the diagnosis is made with the microscopic examination of the colonic biopsy samples.

  • Classic Lymphocytic Colitis

    a microscopic colitis affecting the colon that is characterized by epithelial lymphocytosis.

  • Microscopic Colitis

    inflammation of the colon that is only apparent by microscopic examination.

Patient EducationClinical

Colonic Diseases

Your colon, also known as the large intestine, is part of your digestive system. It's a long, hollow tube at the end of your digestive tract where your body makes and stores stool. Many disorders affect the colon's ability to work properly. Some of these include:

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Convert K52.832 to ICD-9-CMHistory

The closest ICD-9-CM equivalents under the General Equivalence Mappings.

ICD-9-CM
558.9 Noninf gastroenterit NEC
Approximate The match is approximate rather than exact.

Code History & ChangesHistory

Replacement K52.832 replaces the following previously assigned code(s):

  • K52.89 - Other specified noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis
FY 2018AddedAdded to the ICD-10-CM code setEffective October 1, 2017.
FY 2019–2025No changes
FY 2026CurrentCurrent code set, no changesEffective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

Questions About K52.832Overview

Is K52.832 (Microscopic colitis) a billable code?

Yes. This is a billable ICD-10-CM code, specific enough to report lymphocytic colitis on HIPAA-covered claims from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

What MS-DRG does K52.832 group to?

When lymphocytic colitis is the principal diagnosis on an inpatient stay, it groups to MS-DRG 391, 392, with relative weights from 0.7796 to 1.2683 depending on complications. Higher weights mean higher Medicare reimbursement.

What is the ICD-9 equivalent of K52.832?

Under the General Equivalence Mappings, lymphocytic colitis converts to ICD-9-CM 558.9 (noninf gastroenterit NEC). The mapping is approximate, so confirm the match fits the documentation.

Footnotes

[1] Chronic - a chronic condition code indicates a condition lasting 12 months or longer and its effect on the patient based on one or both of the following criteria:

  • The condition results in the need for ongoing intervention with medical products,treatment, services, and special equipment
  • The condition places limitations on self-care, independent living, and social interactions.