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Gastroesophageal reflux disease (gerd) happens when a muscle at the end of your esophagus does not close properly. This allows stomach contents to leak back, or reflux, into the esophagus and irritate it.
K21.9 is a billable diagnosis code used to specify a medical diagnosis of gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis. The code is valid during the current fiscal year for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions from October 01, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (gerd) happens when a muscle at the end of your esophagus does not close properly. This allows stomach contents to leak back, or reflux, into the esophagus and irritate it.
Browse all the diagnosis codes used for gastro-esophageal reflux disease (k21). For easy navigation, the diagnosis codes are sorted in alphabetical order and grouped by sections. Each section is clearly marked with its description, and the corresponding three-digit code range.
GERD without esophagitis, identified by the ICD-10 code K21.9, refers to a condition where an individual experiences symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease but does not show signs of inflammation or damage to the esophageal lining upon examination.
Get crucial instructions for accurate ICD-10-CM K21.9 coding with all applicable Excludes 1 and Excludes 2 notes from the section level conveniently shown with each code.
The code K21.9 is used when the exact cause of the GERD is unknown or unspecified. The ICD-10 code for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, or GERD, is K21.9. This code is used to indicate GERD in the absence of any further specification. This code belongs to the category of Other specified disorders of the esophagus. Why was K21.9 used?
The GERD unspecified ICD-10 code is K21.9. This code is used when a patient is diagnosed with GERD, but there are no specific details about the presence or absence of esophagitis (inflammation of the esophagus).
In this article, we'll explore the GERD unspecified ICD-10 code, its significance in medical diagnosis, and what it means for patients and healthcare providers. Understanding this code is crucial for proper documentation, treatment planning, and insurance claims processing in GERD cases.
The ICD-9 code for GERD unspecified was 530.11. It lacks the specificity provided by ICD-10 codes. The equivalent ICD-10 code is K21.0 for GERD with esophagitis.