K56.51
Billable codeIntestinal adhesions [bands], with partial obstruction
The ICD-10 code for intestinal adhesions [bands], with partial obstruction is K56.51.
Clinical notes
Also known as
Alternate wording, synonyms, or specific conditions that fall under this code, listed to help confirm you've picked the right one.
- Intestinal adhesions with incomplete obstruction
Documentation support
General coding-documentation guidance — not a substitute for payer-specific requirements or professional coding judgment.
- •As a general rule, code to the highest level of specificity supported by the documentation in the medical record.
Related codes in this category
- K56.50Intestinal adhesions [bands], unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
- K56.52Intestinal adhesions [bands] with complete obstruction
- K56.51Intestinal adhesions [bands], with partial obstruction
ICD-9-CM equivalent
Informational only — GEM mappings are approximate, not guaranteed one-to-one equivalents. Verify before use in billing.
- 56081Approximate match
Associated MS-DRGs
K56.51 can serve as the principal diagnosis for these Medicare Severity Diagnosis-Related Groups.
Informational only — actual DRG assignment also depends on procedures, complications/comorbidities (CC/MCC), discharge status, and payer-specific rules not reflected here.