ICD-9-CM 850.5 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 850.5 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015. For claims with a date of service on or after October 1, 2015, use an equivalent ICD-10-CM code (or codes).
Diverticulitis is a common digestive disease which involves the formation of pouches (diverticula) within the bowel wall.This process is known as diverticulosis, and typically occurs within the large intestine, or colon, although it can occasionally occur in the small intestine as well.iverticulitis is a common digestive disease which involves the formation of pouches (diverticula) within the bowel wall.
Definition. A diverticulitis diet is something your doctor might recommend as part of a treatment plan for a mild case of acute diverticulitis. Diverticulitis occurs when small, bulging pouches (diverticula) in your digestive tract become infected and inflamed.Mild cases are usually treated with antibiotics and a diverticulitis diet, which includes clear liquids and low-fiber foods. diverticulitis diet is something your doctor might recommend as part of a treatment plan for a mild case of acute diverticulitis. Diverticulitis occurs when small, bulging pouches (diverticula) in your digestive tract become infected and inflamed.