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2025 ICD-10-CM code K62.5

Hemorrhage of anus and rectum.

Do not use this code for gastrointestinal bleeding NOS (K92.2), melena (K92.1), or neonatal rectal hemorrhage (P54.2).

Medical necessity is established by the presence of bleeding from the anus and rectum requiring medical evaluation and management.The severity of the bleeding and associated symptoms determine the level of care required.

Diagnosis and management of bleeding from the anus and rectum.

In simple words: Bleeding from the anus and rectum.

Hemorrhage of anus and rectum. Excludes1: gastrointestinal bleeding NOS (K92.2) melena (K92.1) neonatal rectal hemorrhage (P54.2)

Example 1: A patient presents with bright red blood in their stool. After examination, the physician determines the source of the bleeding is the rectum., A patient with a history of hemorrhoids experiences bleeding from the anus after a bowel movement., A patient undergoing radiation therapy for prostate cancer develops bleeding from the rectum as a side effect (radiation proctitis).

Documentation should include the source of the bleeding (anus or rectum), quantity of blood, associated symptoms, and any relevant medical history (e.g., hemorrhoids, radiation therapy).

** This information is current as of December 1, 2024.Coding guidelines and medical practices are subject to change, so it is always recommended to consult the most up-to-date resources.

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