ICD-10 Code K27.9 - Peptic ulcer, site unspecified, unspecified as acute or chronic, without hemorrhage or perforation

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code K27.9

Diagnosis Code: K27.9 (Raw: K279)

Description: Peptic ulcer, site unspecified, unspecified as acute or chronic, without hemorrhage or perforation

Classification: International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM)

Fiscal Year: 2026

CMS Section 111 Status: Valid for reporting.

Overview & Clinical Details

ICD-10-CM code K27.9 is designated for Peptic ulcer, site unspecified, unspecified as acute or chronic, without hemorrhage or perforation. In medical documentation and insurance billing, this code is utilized to specify medical diagnosis for patient records, reimbursement workflows, and compliance under CMS Section 111 mandatory insurer reporting guidelines.