K29.50
BillableUnspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Long-standing inflammation of the stomach lining of unknown specific type, without bleeding.
Coding Tips
- •Use this code only when the specific type of chronic gastritis cannot be determined
- •Query the provider if additional diagnostic information is available to specify the type
Code Hierarchy
└K29Gastritis and duodenitis└K29.5Unspecified chronic gastritis└K29.50Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
└K29.50Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding