ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for bowel sounds absence
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Absence (of) (organ or part) (complete or partial) › bowel sounds”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding bowel sounds absence
The ICD-10-CM code for bowel sounds absence is R19.11 (Absent bowel sounds).
Within R19.1 (abnormal bowel sounds), R19.11 is specifically for absent bowel sounds. Related codes cover hyperactive bowel sounds (R19.12) and other abnormal bowel sounds (R19.15).
It is not a CC or MCC, so as a secondary diagnosis it doesn't change the MS-DRG severity level.
In MS-DRG v44.0, it is part of the grouping logic for DRG 391 (Esophagitis, Gastroenteritis and Miscellaneous Digestive Disorders with MCC, relative weight 1.2392) and DRG 392 (Esophagitis, Gastroenteritis and Miscellaneous Digestive Disorders without MCC, relative weight 0.7645), in MDC 06 (Diseases and Disorders of the Digestive System), as a principal or secondary diagnosis. The DRG a claim lands in depends on the principal diagnosis, procedures and any CC/MCC secondary diagnoses.
Common questions about bowel sounds absence ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for bowel sounds absence?
- R19.11 — Absent bowel sounds.
Is R19.11 billable?
- Yes. R19.11 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can R19.11 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict R19.11 as a principal diagnosis.
Is R19.11 a CC or MCC?
- No. R19.11 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.