ICD10BillableValid for clinical use
ICD-10 Code K91.2: Postsurgical malabsorption, not elsewhere classified
Reviewed by HealthAssure Clinical TeamUpdated 26 May 2026
What is this code?
ICD-10 codes are diagnosis classification codes used in healthcare records, reporting, coding workflows, and billing support. This code sits within the broader ICD-10 area for Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95).
When is it used?
- May be used when a clinician documents postsurgical malabsorption, not elsewhere classified in a patient's medical record.
- May appear in hospital records, claims, referrals, and clinical documentation.
- This code can be used as a clinically usable diagnosis entry in standardized coding workflows.
What it does not mean
- A code alone does not explain severity, treatment plan, or outcome.
- A medical code should not be treated as a substitute for a doctor's diagnosis or advice.
Code hierarchy
chapter
11Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95)
block
K90-K95Other diseases of the digestive system
category
K91Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of digestive system, not elsewhere classified
currentK91
Official coding notes
Inclusion terms
- Postsurgical blind loop syndrome
Excludes1 (do not code together)
- malabsorption osteomalacia in adults (M83.2)
- malabsorption osteoporosis, postsurgical (M80.8-, M81.8)
Where you may see this code
You may see this code in hospital records, discharge summaries, insurance claims, encounter documentation, referrals, or other healthcare billing and coding records.
Related specialists
GastroenterologistGeneral Physician
Related codes
K91.0Vomiting following gastrointestinal surgerycodeK91.1Postgastric surgery syndromescodeK91.3Postprocedural intestinal obstructioncategoryK91.5Postcholecystectomy syndromecodeK91.6Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of a digestive system organ or structure complicating a procedurecategoryK91.7Accidental puncture and laceration of a digestive system organ or structure during a procedurecategoryK91.8Other intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of digestive systemcategory
Sibling codes
K91.0Vomiting following gastrointestinal surgerybillableK91.1Postgastric surgery syndromesbillableK91.3Postprocedural intestinal obstructionK91.5Postcholecystectomy syndromebillableK91.6Intraoperative hemorrhage and hematoma of a digestive system organ or structure complicating a procedureK91.7Accidental puncture and laceration of a digestive system organ or structure during a procedureK91.8Other intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of digestive system
Coverage-related procedures and services
CPT 82306high
VITAMIN D; 25 HYDROXY, INCLUDES FRACTION(S), IF PERFORMED
Source: CMS coverage guidance
CPT 82652high
VITAMIN D; 1, 25 DIHYDROXY, INCLUDES FRACTION(S), IF PERFORMED
Source: CMS coverage guidance
CPT 11720high
DEBRIDEMENT OF NAIL(S) BY ANY METHOD(S); 1 TO 5
Source: CMS coverage guidance
CPT 11721high
DEBRIDEMENT OF NAIL(S) BY ANY METHOD(S); 6 OR MORE
Source: CMS coverage guidance
HCPCS G0127high
TRIMMING OF DYSTROPHIC NAILS, ANY NUMBER
Source: CMS coverage guidance
CPT 11719high
TRIMMING OF NONDYSTROPHIC NAILS, ANY NUMBER
Source: CMS coverage guidance
Mapped diagnoses and classifications
SNOMED_CT 235724004high
Acquired short bowel syndrome
Source: SNOMED International ICD-10 map
SNOMED_CT 13365009high
Malnutrition following gastrointestinal surgery
Source: SNOMED International ICD-10 map
SNOMED_CT 197484002high
Post-gastrointestinal tract surgery malnutrition
Source: SNOMED International ICD-10 map
SNOMED_CT 266480006high
Post-surgical malabsorption
Source: SNOMED International ICD-10 map
SNOMED_CT 54883000high
Postoperative blind loop syndrome
Source: SNOMED International ICD-10 map
SNOMED_CT 235732007high
Postprocedural intestinal steatorrhoea
Source: SNOMED International ICD-10 map
Coding guidelines
Compatibility
Legacy and official ICD code match exactly.
Legacy codes
K91.2
Common synonyms
Postsurgical malabsorption, not elsewhere classified
Frequently asked questions
About this content
This page is prepared by HealthAssure's clinical team using official coding standards from ICD-10. AI tools assist with drafting explanations, which are then reviewed and verified by healthcare professionals for accuracy. This content is for informational purposes and does not replace professional medical advice. Meet our team.