Alcoholic gastritis
ICD-10 K29.2 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of alcoholic gastritis.
Alcoholic gastritis is an inflammatory condition of the gastric mucosa resulting from excessive alcohol consumption. Clinically, patients may present with symptoms such as epigastric pain, nausea, vomiting, and dyspepsia. The anatomy involved primarily includes the stomach, particularly the gastric mucosa, which becomes inflamed due to the toxic effects of alcohol. Disease progression can lead to chronic gastritis, which may result in complications such as gastric ulcers or even gastric cancer if alcohol consumption continues unchecked. Diagnostic considerations include a thorough patient history focusing on alcohol intake, physical examination, and potentially endoscopic evaluation to assess the extent of mucosal damage. Laboratory tests may also be performed to rule out other causes of gastritis and to evaluate for anemia or other complications. It is essential for healthcare providers to recognize the link between alcohol use and gastrointestinal disorders to provide appropriate interventions and support for cessation.
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
K29.2 specifically covers alcoholic gastritis, which is characterized by inflammation of the gastric mucosa due to alcohol consumption. It may present with symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting, and is differentiated from other forms of gastritis by the patient's alcohol history.
K29.2 should be used when the gastritis is specifically linked to alcohol consumption. If the gastritis is due to other causes, such as infection or medication, other codes like K29.0 or K29.1 should be utilized.
Documentation should include a detailed patient history of alcohol use, clinical symptoms, physical examination findings, and any diagnostic tests performed, such as endoscopy or biopsy results, to confirm the diagnosis of alcoholic gastritis.
