ICD-10 Code K50.914 – Crohn’s disease, unspecified, with abscess (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code K50.914 – Crohn’s disease, unspecified, with abscess
What it is
K50.914 identifies Crohn’s disease when the site is not specified and an abscess is present. Use it for documented Crohn’s disease with a localized pus collection, including intra-abdominal or perianal abscesses if the record does not specify another site.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Common findings may include abdominal pain, fever, localized tenderness, drainage, or imaging evidence of an abscess in a patient with Crohn’s disease.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents Crohn’s disease without a specified intestinal site and also documents an abscess. It is appropriate when imaging, operative reports, or clinical notes confirm the abscess as part of the Crohn’s presentation. If the site is specified, code the more specific Crohn’s category instead.
Do not use for
Do not use it for Crohn’s disease without abscess, or when the abscess is unrelated to Crohn’s disease. Check documentation if the record only mentions fistula, phlegmon, or postoperative infection.
Coding tip
Confirm both elements in the chart: unspecified Crohn’s disease and abscess; if either is missing, choose a different code.