DocScrib
How it WorksPricingBlog
Sign InSign UpBook a Demo
DocScrib

AI-powered medical documentation platform streamlining healthcare workflows through intelligent transcription and clinical note generation.

Book a Demo

Product

  • Medical Templates
  • Pricing
  • Integrations
  • Security & Compliance

Resources

  • Blog
  • Documentation
  • Case Studies

Contact

  • support@docscrib.com
  • +1 (555) 123-4567
  • 123 Healthcare Blvd
    Medical District, CA 90210
© 2025 DocScrib. All rights reserved.
Privacy PolicyTerms of ServiceCookie Policy
Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Acid Reflux

ICD-10 Coding for Acid Reflux

K21.00
K21.01
K21.9

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for acid reflux includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
GERD
Heartburn
Join 10,000+ Happy Clinicians

The AI Medical Scribe for Happiest Clinicians

Save 2+ hours daily with instant clinical documentation.
Our AI scribe listens, understands, and generates comprehensive medical notes so you can focus on patient care.

Start Free Trial
No credit card required•HIPAA compliant
Recording Controls
Start recording to see live transcription
Live Conversation - Try For Free!
Real-time transcription with automatic speaker identification

Ready to Record

Start recording to see live conversation transcription

Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Acid Reflux

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Acid Reflux

Use ICD-10 code K21.00 for gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

Billable Code
K21.00
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of erosive esophagitis confirmed by endoscopy

Applicable To

  • • Erosive esophagitis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure endoscopic evidence is documented.

Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, with bleeding

Billable Code
K21.01
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Endoscopy showing bleeding
  • • Documented hemoglobin drop

Applicable To

  • • GERD with bleeding

Important Notes

  • • Ensure bleeding is documented with endoscopy or lab results.

Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

Billable Code
K21.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Symptoms of GERD without endoscopic evidence of esophagitis

Applicable To

  • • GERD without esophagitis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure no esophagitis is documented.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

J98.01

Acute bronchospasm

Use when GERD causes respiratory symptoms.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for acid reflux?

The ICD-10 code for acid reflux, also known as GERD, is K21.9 when there is no esophagitis present.

How do you code GERD with esophagitis?

Code K21.00 for GERD with esophagitis without bleeding, and K21.01 if bleeding is present.

Quick Navigation
All DiagnosesICD-10 Codes

Related Resources

How Medical Coding WorksBrowse All Codes