ICD-10 Code K94.19 – Other complications of enterostomy (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code K94.19 – Other complications of enterostomy
What it is
K94.19 identifies complications involving an enterostomy that are not classified elsewhere. Use it when the record shows a stoma-related problem, but the exact complication is documented as other or unspecified.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Commonly noted findings may include stoma irritation, leakage, narrowing, bleeding, or appliance problems, but you should code only what the provider records.
When to use this code
Use this code when the clinician documents a complication of an enterostomy and no more specific ICD-10 code applies. It is appropriate for postoperative or follow-up encounters where the stoma itself is the source of the documented problem. Confirm that the issue is truly a complication, not routine stoma care.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for normal enterostomy care, routine appliance management, or unrelated abdominal symptoms. If the chart names a more specific complication, code that diagnosis instead.
Coding tip
Read the operative note and follow-up documentation carefully; the word “complication” must be supported, and a more specific code should always be selected when available.