Personal history of hyperplastic colon polyps

This code indicates a patient's past medical history of hyperplastic polyps found in the colon. These are generally considered non-neoplastic (non-cancerous) and have a low malignant potential, but their presence warrants documentation. It signifies that the patient has previously been diagnosed with and treated for these specific types of colon polyps.

Use this code when documenting a patient's history of hyperplastic colon polyps, even if they have been removed. This is relevant for ongoing surveillance, risk assessment, and when reviewing a patient's past medical conditions during subsequent encounters. It helps to inform future screening recommendations and overall patient management.

• Do not use this code for current, active hyperplastic polyps; use a code from the K63.5 series instead.
• Ensure documentation specifies "hyperplastic" polyps; do not use for other types of colon polyps (e.g., adenomatous).
• This code is typically used as a secondary diagnosis to provide context for current care.