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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for BRBPR

K62.5

Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

✓ Billable / specificCC — complication/comorbidity

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “BRBPR”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding BRBPR

The ICD-10-CM code for BRBPR is K62.5 (Hemorrhage of anus and rectum).

Within K62 (other diseases of anus and rectum), K62.5 is specifically for hemorrhage of anus and rectum. Related codes cover anal polyp (K62.0), rectal polyp (K62.1), anal prolapse (K62.2), rectal prolapse (K62.3), stenosis of anus and rectum (K62.4), ulcer of anus and rectum (K62.6), radiation proctitis (K62.7), other specified diseases of anus and rectum (K62.8) and 1 more.

Don't report K62.5 together with the conditions in its Excludes1 note: gastrointestinal bleeding NOS (K92.2), melena (K92.1) and neonatal rectal hemorrhage (P54.2).

As a secondary diagnosis it is a CC (complication or comorbidity), which can move an inpatient stay into the "with CC" MS-DRG of its family, unless the principal diagnosis excludes it.

Don't confuse with (Excludes1 for K62.5)

  • gastrointestinal bleeding NOS (K92.2)
  • melena (K92.1)
  • neonatal rectal hemorrhage (P54.2)

Common questions about BRBPR ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for BRBPR?

K62.5 — Hemorrhage of anus and rectum.

Is K62.5 billable?

Yes. K62.5 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).

Can K62.5 be used as a principal diagnosis?

Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict K62.5 as a principal diagnosis.

Is K62.5 a CC or MCC?

K62.5 is a CC (complication or comorbidity) under MS-DRG v44.0, unless excluded by the principal diagnosis.