K64.9 — Unspecified hemorrhoids
K64.9

What this code means
Haemorrhoids (piles) are swollen veins in the anus and lower rectum that can itch, bleed or prolapse.
Also called: hemorrhoids, piles.
When this code is used
Used for haemorrhoids when the type is not specified.
Where it sits in ICD-10-CM
Code K64.9 belongs to Chapter 11: Diseases of the digestive system, which covers codes K00–K95 in the FY2027 ICD-10-CM tabular list. The official description above is copied verbatim from the CDC/NCHS FY2027 code file.
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Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10-CM code K64.9?
K64.9 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for “Unspecified hemorrhoids”. Haemorrhoids (piles) are swollen veins in the anus and lower rectum that can itch, bleed or prolapse.
When is code K64.9 used?
Used for haemorrhoids when the type is not specified. It belongs to Chapter 11 of ICD-10-CM (Diseases of the digestive system).
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