Acute gastritis
ICD-10 K29.0 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of acute gastritis.
Acute gastritis is characterized by the sudden inflammation of the gastric mucosa, which can lead to symptoms such as epigastric pain, nausea, vomiting, and dyspepsia. The condition may arise from various etiological factors including excessive alcohol consumption, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), bacterial infections (most notably Helicobacter pylori), and stress. The anatomy involved primarily includes the stomach, particularly the gastric lining, which becomes inflamed and may exhibit erosions or bleeding in severe cases. Disease progression can vary; while some patients may recover spontaneously, others may develop chronic gastritis if the underlying cause is not addressed. Diagnostic considerations include a thorough patient history, physical examination, and potentially endoscopic evaluation with biopsy to rule out other gastrointestinal disorders. Laboratory tests may also be performed to identify H. pylori infection or assess for anemia due to 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
K29.0 specifically covers acute gastritis, which may be caused by factors such as alcohol use, NSAID use, infections, or stress. It does not cover chronic gastritis or gastritis due to other specified causes.
K29.0 should be used when the patient presents with acute symptoms of gastritis. If the condition is chronic or due to specific causes, other codes such as K29.1 or K29.9 should be considered.
Documentation should include a detailed patient history, clinical findings, treatment plans, and any relevant laboratory or imaging results that support the diagnosis of acute gastritis.
