ICD-10 Code K50.014 – Crohn’s disease of small intestine with abscess (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code K50.014 – Crohn’s disease of small intestine with abscess
What it is
This code identifies Crohn’s disease limited to the small intestine when an abscess is documented. Use it when the record clearly links the abscess to the Crohn’s process.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include abdominal pain, diarrhea, weight loss, and evidence of localized infection or inflammatory mass. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents Crohn’s disease of the small intestine and specifies an abscess, such as an intra-abdominal or bowel-related abscess. It is appropriate when the abscess is part of the Crohn’s presentation, not a separate unrelated infection.
Do not use for
Do not use this code if Crohn’s disease is documented without abscess, or if the abscess is in a different GI site. Check documentation when the location or relationship is unclear.
Coding tip
Assign the code only when both the small-intestine location and abscess are explicitly documented.