Functional dyspepsia
Chapter 11:Diseases of the digestive system
ICD-10 K30 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of functional dyspepsia.
Functional dyspepsia, classified under ICD-10 code K30, is a common gastrointestinal disorder characterized by chronic or recurrent pain or discomfort in the upper abdomen without any identifiable organic cause. Clinically, patients may present with symptoms such as bloating, early satiety, nausea, and epigastric pain. The anatomy involved primarily includes the stomach and proximal small intestine, where motility and sensory functions may be impaired. Disease progression can vary; while some patients may experience intermittent symptoms, others may have persistent discomfort that significantly impacts their quality of life. Diagnostic considerations for K30 include a thorough patient history, physical examination, and exclusion of other gastrointestinal conditions such as peptic ulcer disease, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and malignancies through appropriate imaging and endoscopic evaluations. The Rome IV criteria are often utilized to help establish the diagnosis of functional dyspepsia, emphasizing the importance of symptom-based classification in the absence of structural abnormalities.
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
K30 covers functional dyspepsia, which includes symptoms of upper abdominal discomfort without any identifiable organic cause. It is important to differentiate it from other conditions like peptic ulcer disease and GERD.
K30 should be used when the patient presents with dyspeptic symptoms that cannot be attributed to any structural or biochemical abnormalities after thorough evaluation. It is essential to document the absence of other gastrointestinal diseases.
Documentation should include a detailed patient history, symptom descriptions, results from diagnostic tests that exclude other conditions, and any treatments attempted. The use of the Rome IV criteria can also support the diagnosis.
