ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 556.2
Diagnosis Code: 556.2 (Raw: 5562)
Description: Ulcerative (chronic) proctitis
Classification: International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-9-CM)
Fiscal Year: 2026 Reference
CMS Section 111 Status: Valid for reporting.
Overview & Historical Usage
ICD-9-CM code 556.2 is designated for Ulcerative (chronic) proctitis. While superseded by ICD-10 for current healthcare encounters, it remains a recognized reference code for CMS Section 111 reporting, legacy claims adjudication, and historical clinical data analysis.