ICD-10 Code K71.50 – Toxic liver disease with chronic active hepatitis without ascites (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code K71.50 – Toxic liver disease with chronic active hepatitis without ascites
What it is
K71.50 identifies toxic liver disease caused by a harmful substance, with chronic active hepatitis and no ascites. Use it when the record clearly links liver inflammation to a toxin or drug exposure.
Clinical signs
Typical documentation may describe chronic hepatitis, ongoing liver inflammation, or toxic injury. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use K71.50 when the provider states toxic liver disease with chronic active hepatitis and specifically documents no ascites. It fits cases where the liver condition is attributed to medication, chemical exposure, or another toxin. If the cause is unclear, check documentation before coding.
Do not use for
Do not use this code if ascites is present, because a different code applies. Avoid it when the liver disease is not documented as toxic or when chronic active hepatitis is not stated.
Coding tip
Confirm both the toxic cause and the absence of ascites in the provider note before assigning K71.50.