ICD-10 Code K85.30 – Drug induced acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code K85.30 – Drug induced acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection
What it is
This code identifies an acute inflammation of the pancreas that is caused by a medication or drug, without documented necrosis or infection. Use it when the clinician links the pancreatitis to a drug exposure.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include acute abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and pancreatic inflammation confirmed by clinical evaluation or imaging. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use K85.30 when the record clearly states drug induced acute pancreatitis and there is no mention of necrosis or infection. You may also use it when the provider names the causative medication and documents the episode as acute pancreatitis.
If the note only suggests a possible drug cause, check documentation before coding. Code the condition only when the causal relationship is established in the medical record.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for acute pancreatitis from other causes, such as gallstones or alcohol, or when necrosis or infection is documented. Check documentation.
Coding tip
Look for explicit provider wording that ties the pancreatitis to a drug, because causal language determines this code.