Chronic superficial gastritis with bleeding
ICD-10 K29.31 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of chronic superficial gastritis with bleeding.
Chronic superficial gastritis with bleeding is characterized by inflammation of the gastric mucosa, leading to superficial lesions that can result in bleeding. Clinically, patients may present with symptoms such as epigastric pain, nausea, vomiting, and hematemesis (vomiting blood). The anatomy involved includes the stomach, particularly the gastric mucosa, which can become eroded or ulcerated due to chronic irritation from factors such as alcohol consumption, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), or Helicobacter pylori infection. Disease progression can lead to more severe complications, including gastric ulcers or even gastric cancer if left untreated. Diagnostic considerations include endoscopy to visualize the gastric lining and biopsy to assess for H. pylori infection or dysplasia. Laboratory tests may also be performed to evaluate for anemia due to chronic blood loss. Accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective management and treatment planning, which may involve proton pump inhibitors, antibiotics for H. pylori, and lifestyle modifications.
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
K29.31 covers chronic superficial gastritis that is specifically associated with bleeding, which may arise from various etiologies including chronic use of NSAIDs, alcohol abuse, or infection with H. pylori.
K29.31 should be used when there is clear documentation of chronic superficial gastritis accompanied by evidence of bleeding, differentiating it from K29.30 which does not include bleeding.
Documentation should include clinical findings of gastritis, evidence of bleeding (e.g., hematemesis, melena), results from endoscopic evaluations, and any relevant laboratory tests indicating anemia or H. pylori infection.
