ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for colostomy abscess
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Abscess (connective tissue) (embolic) (fistulous) (infective) (metastatic) (multiple) (pernicious) (pyogenic) (septic) › colostomy”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding colostomy abscess
The ICD-10-CM code for colostomy abscess is K94.02 (Colostomy infection).
Within K94.0 (colostomy complications), K94.02 is specifically for colostomy infection. Related codes cover colostomy complication, unspecified (K94.00), colostomy hemorrhage (K94.01), colostomy malfunction (K94.03) and other complications of colostomy (K94.09).
Use an additional code to specify type of infection, such as: cellulitis of abdominal wall (L03.311) and sepsis (A40.-, A41.-).
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.
Common questions about colostomy abscess ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for colostomy abscess?
- K94.02 — Colostomy infection.
Is K94.02 billable?
- Yes. K94.02 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can K94.02 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict K94.02 as a principal diagnosis.
Is K94.02 a CC or MCC?
- K94.02 is a CC (complication or comorbidity) under MS-DRG v44.0, unless excluded by the principal diagnosis.