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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Acute Gastritis

ICD-10 Coding for Acute Gastritis

K29.0
K29.01

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

Also Known as:
Acute Stomach Inflammation
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Acute Gastritis

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Acute Gastritis

Use ICD-10 code K29.0 for acute gastritis, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Acute gastritis

Non-Billable
K29.0
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Acute onset of symptoms with endoscopic confirmation

Applicable To

  • • Acute gastritis without bleeding

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies acute onset and excludes chronic conditions.

Acute gastritis with bleeding

Billable Code
K29.01
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Endoscopy showing mucosal bleeding
  • • Documented hematemesis or melena

Applicable To

  • • Acute gastritis with hemorrhage

Important Notes

  • • Ensure bleeding is explicitly linked to gastritis in documentation.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

R10.8

Other abdominal pain

Use if severe or poorly localized abdominal pain is documented.

F10.10

Alcohol abuse, uncomplicated

Use if alcohol use is documented as contributing to the condition.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for acute gastritis?

The ICD-10 code for acute gastritis is K29.0, with K29.01 used if bleeding is present.

Can acute gastritis be coded if suspected?

Yes, acute gastritis can be coded if documented as likely or suspected by the provider.

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