Z13.810
BillableEncounter for screening for upper gastrointestinal disorder
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A visit to screen for disorders of the upper digestive system, including the esophagus, stomach, and upper small intestine.
Coding Tips
- •Upper gastrointestinal screening may include endoscopy, H. pylori testing, or other diagnostic procedures
- •Use this code for preventive screening; if a disorder is already diagnosed, use the appropriate diagnostic code
Code Hierarchy
└Z13Encounter for screening for other diseases and disorders└Z13.8Encounter for screening for other specified diseases and disorders└Z13.81Encounter for screening for digestive system disorders└Z13.810Encounter for screening for upper gastrointestinal disorder
└Z13.810Encounter for screening for upper gastrointestinal disorder