ICD-10 Code K82.2 – Perforation of gallbladder (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code K82.2 – Perforation of gallbladder
What it is
K82.2 identifies a tear or hole in the gallbladder wall. This allows bile to leak into nearby tissues or the abdominal cavity and usually reflects a serious gallbladder complication.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Commonly, records describe acute abdominal pain, signs of peritoneal irritation, fever, or imaging evidence of gallbladder wall disruption or bile leak.
When to use this code
Use K82.2 when the provider documents perforation of the gallbladder, including spontaneous rupture or perforation related to gallbladder disease. Code it when the diagnosis is confirmed in the chart, operative note, or imaging report. If the record only suggests suspected perforation, check documentation.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for uncomplicated cholecystitis, gallstones, or biliary colic without perforation. If the note describes a different gallbladder injury or an unspecified biliary condition, verify the documentation before coding.
Coding tip
Assign K82.2 only when perforation is explicitly documented; otherwise, query for clarification rather than assuming rupture.