K56.41
Fecal impaction
Approximate Synonyms
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Fecal impaction in rectum
Clinical Information
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Feces wedged in intestine
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Formation of a firm impassable mass of stool in the rectum or distal colon.
Details
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K56.41 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 K56.41 became effective on October 1, 2022.
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This is the American ICD-10-CM version of K56.41 – other international versions of ICD-10 K56.41 may differ.