ICD-10 Specific code K35.3: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis

Specific codes in ICD-10 are unique alphanumeric designations used to identify and categorize diseases, disorders, and conditions. They consist of 3-5 characters, including both letters and numbers, that provide a high level of detail and specificity.

Translations

Language Translation
Flag for English language  English Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis

Hierarchical position

Level Code Title
1 XI Diseases of the digestive system
2 K35-K38 Diseases of appendix
3 K35 Acute appendicitis
4 K35.3 Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis

Also includes

Acute appendicitis (with or without perforation or rupture) with peritonitis:

  • NOS
  • localized

Acute appendicitis with peritoneal abscess