Gastritis, unspecified
ICD-10 K29.7 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of gastritis, unspecified.
Gastritis, unspecified, refers to inflammation of the gastric mucosa without a specified cause or type. Clinically, patients may present with symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and dyspepsia. The anatomy involved primarily includes the stomach, particularly the gastric lining, which can be affected by various factors including infection, irritants, or autoimmune responses. Disease progression can vary; acute gastritis may resolve quickly with appropriate treatment, while chronic gastritis can lead to more severe complications such as gastric ulcers or even gastric cancer if left untreated. Diagnostic considerations for K29.7 include a thorough patient history, physical examination, and potentially endoscopic evaluation to rule out other specific types of gastritis or gastrointestinal disorders. Laboratory tests may also be employed to identify underlying causes, such as H. pylori infection or autoimmune markers.
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
K29.7 covers unspecified gastritis, which may include acute or chronic forms without specific etiological factors identified. It does not include gastritis due to known causes such as H. pylori infection or autoimmune conditions.
K29.7 should be used when the gastritis is diagnosed but the specific type or cause is not determined. If a specific type of gastritis is identified, such as acute or chronic, the corresponding specific code should be utilized.
Documentation should include a detailed patient history, clinical findings, results from diagnostic tests, and any treatments administered. Clear notes on the absence of specific gastritis types or causes are also essential.
