Gastric diverticulum
ICD-10 K31.4 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of gastric diverticulum.
Gastric diverticulum, classified under ICD-10 code K31.4, refers to the presence of a diverticulum in the stomach, which is a pouch-like structure that protrudes from the gastric wall. This condition can be asymptomatic or may present with symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and dyspepsia. The diverticulum typically occurs in the antrum of the stomach and can be congenital or acquired due to factors such as chronic inflammation or increased intragastric pressure. Disease progression may lead to complications such as diverticulitis, perforation, or obstruction, necessitating careful monitoring and management. Diagnosis is primarily achieved through imaging studies such as endoscopy or barium swallow studies, which can visualize the diverticulum and assess for associated complications. Clinicians must consider differential diagnoses, including peptic ulcer disease and gastric tumors, to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
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
K31.4 specifically covers gastric diverticulum, which may be asymptomatic or symptomatic. It does not include complications such as diverticulitis, which is coded separately under K31.5.
K31.4 should be used when a gastric diverticulum is diagnosed without associated complications. If complications such as inflammation or perforation are present, K31.5 or other relevant codes should be utilized.
Documentation must include clinical findings, imaging results confirming the presence of a gastric diverticulum, and any relevant patient history that supports the diagnosis.
