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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Belching

ICD-10 Coding for Belching

R14.2
K21.9
K22.4

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

Also Known as:
Eructation
Burping
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Belching

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Belching

Use ICD-10 code R14.2 for eructation, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Eructation

Billable Code
R14.2
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical_criteria:
  • Isolated belching without underlying condition
coding_criteria:
  • No GERD or esophageal dyskinesia present

Applicable To

  • • Belching

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the nature and frequency of belching.

Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

Billable Code
K21.9
Billable

Applicable To

  • • GERD

Important Notes

  • • Document the link between belching and GERD.

Dyskinesia of esophagus

Billable Code
K22.4
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Retrograde cricopharyngeus dysfunction

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation of failed belching attempts and UES dysfunction.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

R14.0

Abdominal distension (gaseous)

Use when gas or bloating accompanies belching.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for belching?

The ICD-10 code for belching is R14.2. It is used for isolated belching without a confirmed underlying condition.

How do you code belching related to GERD?

For belching related to GERD, use K21.9 as the primary code and R14.2 as the secondary code.

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