Other diseases of appendix (K38) ICD-10-CM
The K38 code range covers other diseases of appendix with 7 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 6 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2027, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Codes in the K38 Range 7 codes · 6 billable
About the K38 Code Range
Diseases of the appendix sit within the digestive system chapter. This category groups appendix diseases other than those named elsewhere in the appendix disease block.
The subdivisions separate hyperplasia (K38.0), concretions (K38.1), diverticulum (K38.2), and fistula (K38.3). Other specified appendix diseases have K38.8; an unspecified appendix disease has K38.9.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the K38 range?
Of the 7 codes in this range, 6 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the K38 range classify?
The range classifies other diseases of appendix. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2027 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
