K62.1
Rectal polyp
Approximate Synonyms
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Polyp, rectum
Clinical Information
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A polypoid lesion that arises from the rectum and protrudes into the lumen. This group includes adenomatous polyps, serrated polyps, and hamartomatous polyps.
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This is a descriptive term referring of a mass of tissue that bulges or projects into the lumen of the rectum. The mass is macroscopically visible and may either have a broad base attachment to the rectal wall, or be on a pedunculated stalk. These may be benign or malignant.
Details
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K62.1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
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The 2023 edition of ICD-10-CM K62.1 became effective on October 1, 2022.
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This is the American ICD-10-CM version of K62.1 – other international versions of ICD-10 K62.1 may differ.