Positive fecal occult blood ICD-10 refers to the International Classification of Diseases code used to indicate the presence of blood in the stool that is not visible to the naked eye. Fecal occult blood testing is commonly used as a screening tool for colorectal cancer and other gastrointestinal disorders. The ICD-10 code for positive fecal occult blood is R19.5. The presence of blood in the stool can be an early indication of various conditions, including colorectal cancer, polyps, gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and inflammatory bowel disease. While blood in the stool may not always be a cause for concern, it is important to investigate further to determine the underlying cause.
While blood in the stool may not always be a cause for concern, it is important to investigate further to determine the underlying cause. ICD-10 codes are alphanumeric codes used by healthcare providers and insurance companies for coding and billing purposes. The code R19.
2023 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code R19.5 – Other fecal abnormalities (R19.5)
ICD-10-CM R19.5 is grouped within Diagnostic Related Group(s):
- 391 Esophagitis, gastroenteritis and miscellaneous digestive disorders with mcc
- 392 Esophagitis, gastroenteritis and miscellaneous digestive disorders without mcc
- Abnormal stool color
- Bulky stools
- Mucus in stools
- Occult blood in feces
- Occult blood in stools
Type 1 Excludes
- melena (K92.1)
- neonatal melena (P54.1)
- 2016 (effective 10/1/2015): New code (first year of non-draft ICD-10-CM)
- 2016 (effective 10/1/2015): No change
- 2017 (effective 10/1/2016): No change
- 2018 (effective 10/1/2017): No change
- 2019 (effective 10/1/2018): No change
- 2020 (effective 10/1/2019): No change
- 2021 (effective 10/1/2020): No change
- 2022 (effective 10/1/2021): No change
- 2023 (effective 10/1/2022): No change
Diagnosis Index entries containing back-references to R19.5:
- feces (color) (contents) (mucus) > Abnormal, abnormality, abnormalities
- stool (color) (contents) (mucus) > Abnormal, abnormality, abnormalities
- guaiac positive > stool (color) (contents) (mucus) R19.5
- occult > feces K92.1
- occult in feces > Blood
- stools > Bulky
- in stool > Fat
- in stool > Mucus
- blood in feces (stools) > Occult
- in > Pus
- stool > in R19.5
5 specifically refers to fecal occult blood, indicating a positive result on a fecal occult blood test. When a patient tests positive for fecal occult blood, further diagnostic tests, such as a colonoscopy or sigmoidoscopy, may be recommended to determine the source of the bleeding and to rule out more serious conditions. Follow-up testing and treatment will vary depending on the individual's specific situation and medical history. Regular screening for colorectal cancer, including fecal occult blood testing, is recommended for individuals over the age of 50, or earlier for individuals with certain risk factors. Early detection and intervention can make a significant difference in the prognosis and treatment outcomes for colorectal cancer. In conclusion, positive fecal occult blood ICD-10 code R19.5 is used to indicate the presence of blood in the stool that is not visible to the naked eye. This code helps healthcare providers and insurance companies accurately document and bill for services related to fecal occult blood testing and the associated diagnostic and treatment procedures..
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