Acute gastritis with bleeding
ICD-10 K29.01 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of acute gastritis with bleeding.
Acute gastritis with bleeding is characterized by inflammation of the gastric mucosa, which can lead to erosion and subsequent bleeding. Clinically, patients may present with symptoms such as epigastric pain, nausea, vomiting (potentially with blood), and melena. The anatomy involved primarily includes the stomach, particularly the gastric lining. Disease progression can vary; if untreated, acute gastritis may lead to chronic gastritis or more severe complications such as perforation or significant hemorrhage. Diagnostic considerations include a thorough patient history, physical examination, and potentially endoscopy to visualize the gastric mucosa and assess for bleeding sources. Laboratory tests, including complete blood counts and stool tests for occult blood, may also be utilized to confirm the diagnosis and evaluate the severity of bleeding. Early identification and management are crucial to prevent complications associated with acute gastritis with bleeding.
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
K29.01 covers acute gastritis characterized by inflammation of the gastric lining with associated bleeding. This includes cases where patients exhibit hematemesis or melena as a result of the condition.
K29.01 should be used when there is clear evidence of acute gastritis accompanied by bleeding. If there is no bleeding, K29.00 should be selected. Accurate documentation of symptoms and diagnostic findings is essential for appropriate code selection.
Documentation should include a detailed patient history, physical examination findings, laboratory results indicating bleeding, and any imaging or endoscopic findings that confirm acute gastritis with bleeding.
