K90.1: Tropical sprue
K90.1, tropical sprue, is listed as a covered diagnosis in 8 Medicare billing and coding articles that apply to 4 HCPCS Level II codes, including G0127 (Trimming of dystrophic nails, any number), J3420 (Injection, vitamin b-12 cyanocobalamin, up to 1000 mcg), J3425 (Injection, hydroxocobalamin, intramuscular, 10 mcg). The articles come from 6 Medicare contractors. A listed diagnosis supports medical necessity only; coverage still depends on the LCD's criteria and on documentation in the medical record.
HCPCS Level II codes with K90.1 as a covered diagnosis
| Code | Description | Medicare coverage | DMEPOS fee 2026 (state range) | Articles listing it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G0127 | Trimming of dystrophic nails, any number | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 6 |
| J3420 | Injection, vitamin b-12 cyanocobalamin, up to 1000 mcg | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| J3425 | Injection, hydroxocobalamin, intramuscular, 10 mcg | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| J0585 | Injection, onabotulinumtoxina, 1 unit | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
Medicare policy articles listing K90.1
- A57755: Billing and Coding: Vitamin B12 Injections (First Coast Service Options, Inc. (MAC - Part B); 2 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33967
- A57759: Billing and Coding: Routine Foot Care and Debridement of Nails (Wellpoint Federal (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33636, L34246
- A57193: Billing and Coding: Routine Foot Care and Debridement of Nails (CGS Administrators, LLC (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33636, L34246
- A56389: Billing and Coding: Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and Visualization (Palmetto GBA (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L34434
- A52996: Billing and Coding: Routine Foot Care (Novitas Solutions, Inc. (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33941, L35138, L37643
- A56232: Billing and Coding: Foot Care (WPS Insurance Corporation (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes)
- A57188: Billing and Coding: Routine Foot Care (First Coast Service Options, Inc. (MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33941, L35138, L37643
- A56680: Billing and Coding: Routine Foot Care (Palmetto GBA (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33941, L35138, L37643
A diagnosis listed as covered in a billing and coding article supports medical necessity for the article's codes; it does not guarantee payment. Coverage depends on the LCD's criteria, the contractor's jurisdiction and documentation in the medical record.
Other K90 diagnoses (Intestinal malabsorption)
- K90.0 — Celiac disease
- K90.2 — Blind loop syndrome, not elsewhere classified
- K90.3 — Pancreatic steatorrhea
- K90.49 — Malabsorption due to intolerance, not elsewhere classified
- K90.821 — Short bowel syndrome with colon in continuity
- K90.822 — Short bowel syndrome without colon in continuity
- K90.83 — Intestinal failure
- K90.89 — Other intestinal malabsorption
- K90.9 — Intestinal malabsorption, unspecified
Frequently asked questions
Does Medicare cover K90.1 (Tropical sprue)?
Medicare covers items and services, not diagnoses. 8 Medicare billing and coding articles list K90.1 as a covered diagnosis for 4 HCPCS Level II codes: the diagnosis can support medical necessity for those codes, but payment still depends on the LCD's coverage criteria and the medical record.
Which HCPCS codes can be billed with ICD-10 K90.1?
The Level II codes from the policies most specific to this diagnosis are G0127 (Trimming of dystrophic nails, any number, 6 articles); J3420 (Injection, vitamin b-12 cyanocobalamin, up to 1000 mcg, 1 article); J3425 (Injection, hydroxocobalamin, intramuscular, 10 mcg, 1 article); J0585 (Injection, onabotulinumtoxina, 1 unit, 1 article). Code choice depends on the item supplied; check each code's descriptor.
Which Medicare policy articles list K90.1?
A57755 (Billing and Coding: Vitamin B12 Injections); A57759 (Billing and Coding: Routine Foot Care and Debridement of Nails); A57193 (Billing and Coding: Routine Foot Care and Debridement of Nails), and 5 more articles.
What is ICD-10-CM code K90.1?
K90.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for tropical sprue, in category K90 (Intestinal malabsorption), chapter 11: Diseases of the digestive system.
Next steps
- Run a reimbursement report for a device billed under G0127
- Watch G0127 for fee, coverage and descriptor changes
- Build a full Medicare revenue model for G0127
Sources: CMS Medicare Coverage Database billing and coding articles (covered ICD-10 code lists and HCPCS links); ICD-10-CM FY2026; CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2026; CMS DMEPOS fee schedule 2026 (non-rural state fees). Not billing or legal advice.
Chapter 11: Diseases of the digestive system · All diagnoses · HCPCS lookup