K87 ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Disorders of gallbladder, biliary tract and pancreas in diseases classified elsewhere for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.

Short description for K87 ICD 10 code:

Disord of GB, biliary trac and pancreas in dis classd elswhr

Type 1 excludes for K87 ICD 10 code
  • cytomegaloviral pancreatitis (B25.2)
  • mumps pancreatitis (B26.3)
  • syphilitic gallbladder (A52.74)
  • syphilitic pancreas (A52.74)
  • tuberculosis of gallbladder (A18.83)
  • tuberculosis of pancreas (A18.83)

Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to K87 ICD10 Code:

Present On Admission (POA Exempt)

K87 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting

Clinical information about K87 ICD 10 code

Your liver makes a digestive juice called bile. Your gallbladder stores it between meals. When you eat, your gallbladder pushes the bile into tubes called bile ducts. They carry the bile to your small intestine. The bile helps break down fat. It also helps the liver get rid of toxins and wastes.

Different diseases can block the bile ducts and cause a problem with the flow of bile:

  • Gallstones, which can increase pressure in the gallbladder and cause a gallbladder attack. The pain usually lasts from one to several hours.
  • Cancer
  • Infections
  • Birth defects, such as biliary atresia. It is the most common reason for liver transplants in children in the United States.
  • Inflammation, which can cause scarring. Over time, this can lead to liver failure.

NIH: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases

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