K90.2

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K90.2

Billable

Blind loop syndrome, not elsewhere classified

K90.2 is the ICD-10-CM code for Blind loop syndrome, not elsewhere classified. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
K00-K95
Parent
K90
Edition
FY2026

K00-K95 Diseases of the digestive system

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

Your small intestine does most of the digesting of the foods you eat. If you have a malabsorption syndrome, your small intestine cannot absorb nutrients from foods. Causes of malabsorption syndromes include: Celiac disease Lactose intolerance Short bowel syndrome. This happens after surgery to remove half or more of the small intestine. You might need the surgery if you have a problem with the small intestine from a…

Read more about Malabsorption Syndromes at MedlinePlus ↗

Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.

Includes

  • Blind loop syndrome NOS

Excludes1 — not coded here

  • congenital blind loop syndrome (Q43.8)
  • postsurgical blind loop syndrome (K91.2)

Medications indicated for this condition

FDA labeling

Drugs whose FDA labeling lists this condition's category among its indications. Informational only — not a treatment recommendation or medical advice.

Conditions mapped to this code

MedlinePlus · NIH

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Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code K90.2?
K90.2 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Blind loop syndrome, not elsewhere classified". It falls under K00-K95 Diseases of the digestive system.
Is K90.2 a billable code?
Yes — K90.2 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
What is excluded from K90.2?
Excludes1 (not coded here): congenital blind loop syndrome (Q43.8); postsurgical blind loop syndrome (K91.2).

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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