Chronic gastric ulcer without hemorrhage or perforation
ICD-10 K25.7 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of chronic gastric ulcer without hemorrhage or perforation.
Chronic gastric ulcer without hemorrhage or perforation (K25.7) refers to a long-standing ulceration of the gastric mucosa that does not present with active bleeding or perforation of the stomach wall. Clinically, patients may experience symptoms such as epigastric pain, nausea, and dyspepsia. The anatomy involved includes the stomach, particularly the gastric mucosa, which can become inflamed and ulcerated due to factors such as Helicobacter pylori infection, chronic use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), or excessive alcohol consumption. Disease progression can lead to complications if left untreated, including the potential for gastric cancer. Diagnostic considerations for K25.7 include endoscopy, which allows for direct visualization of the ulcer, and biopsy to rule out malignancy. Additionally, imaging studies may be employed to assess the extent of the ulceration and to monitor healing over time. Proper diagnosis is crucial to differentiate chronic ulcers from acute conditions, which may require different management strategies.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
K25.7 specifically covers chronic gastric ulcers that are not associated with hemorrhage or perforation. It is important to differentiate these from acute ulcers or those with complications, as treatment and management strategies may differ.
K25.7 should be used when a patient is diagnosed with a chronic gastric ulcer that does not present with any signs of bleeding or perforation. If the ulcer is acute or has complications, other codes such as K25.0 or K25.1 should be utilized.
Documentation supporting K25.7 should include clinical notes detailing the patient's symptoms, diagnostic test results (such as endoscopy findings), treatment plans, and any follow-up assessments that confirm the chronic nature of the ulcer.
