K61Header code — not billable
Abscess of anal and rectal regions
- Chapter
- 11. Diseases of the digestive system
- Category
- K61
- Effective date
- October 1, 2026
Related codes in category K61
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code K61?
K61 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Abscess of anal and rectal regions.
Is K61 a billable code?
No. K61 is a category/header code, not billable on its own — use one of its more specific child codes instead.
What ICD-10-CM chapter is K61 in?
K61 falls under Chapter 11: Diseases of the digestive system.
When did K61 become effective?
K61 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.
What other codes are related to K61?
K61 belongs to category K61, which includes 8 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.
ICD-10-CM data maintained by CDC/CMS (public domain). Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making coding or billing decisions.