K60.5
Anorectal fistula
Approximate Synonyms
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Fistula, anal/rectal
Clinical Information
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A disorder characterized by an abnormal communication between the opening in the anal canal to the perianal skin.
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A pathologic tract that connects an opening in the anal canal to the perianal skin. In the vast majority of cases there is a history of perianal abscess.
Details
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K60.5 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 K60.5 became effective on October 1, 2022.
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This is the American ICD-10-CM version of K60.5 – other international versions of ICD-10 K60.5 may differ.