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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Gastric Antral Vascular Ectasia

ICD-10 Coding for Gastric Antral Vascular Ectasia

K31.819

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

Also Known as:
GAVE
Watermelon Stomach
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Gastric Antral Vascular Ectasia

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Gastric Antral Vascular Ectasia

Use ICD-10 code K31.819 for other vascular disorders of stomach, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Other vascular disorders of stomach

Billable Code
K31.819
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of 'watermelon stomach' pattern on endoscopy
coding:
  • • Sequence underlying conditions like cirrhosis before GAVE

Applicable To

  • • Gastric Antral Vascular Ectasia

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation supports the specific vascular pattern and histological findings.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

D50.0

Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss

Use when anemia is due to chronic GI bleeding from GAVE.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for GAVE?

The ICD-10 code for Gastric Antral Vascular Ectasia (GAVE) is K31.819, used when confirmed by endoscopy and histology.

How is GAVE diagnosed?

GAVE is diagnosed through endoscopy showing 'watermelon stomach' and confirmed by biopsy with specific histological findings.

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