Learn about pangastritis diagnosis, including clinical documentation, medical coding (ICD-10-CM K29.70), symptoms, causes, and treatment. Find information on endoscopic findings, histopathology, chronic pangastritis, antral predominant pangastritis, and other related gastritis types for accurate healthcare coding and documentation. This resource provides essential information for physicians, clinicians, and medical coders seeking guidance on pangastritis.
Also known as
Gastritis and duodenitis
Inflammation of the stomach lining (pangastritis included).
Other gastritis
Unspecified or other specific types of gastritis.
Gastritis, unspecified
Gastritis without further specification.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the pangastritis specified as erosive?
Yes
Acute or chronic?
No
Acute or chronic?
When to use each related code
Description |
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Stomach lining inflammation |
Antral gastritis only |
Fundic gastritis only |
Coding pangastritis without specifying anatomical location (e.g., antrum, body) can lead to claim denials and inaccurate severity reflection.
Lack of sufficient clinical documentation to support pangastritis diagnosis may trigger audits and query generation by CDI specialists.
Inconsistent coding between pangastritis and its underlying cause (e.g., NSAID use, H. pylori) raises red flags for medical necessity reviews.
Patient presents with symptoms suggestive of pangastritis. Reported complaints include epigastric pain, indigestion, dyspepsia, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal discomfort. The patient describes the pain as a burning or gnawing sensation, occasionally radiating to the back. On physical examination, tenderness to palpation was noted in the epigastric region. The patient denies any history of hematemesis or melena. Review of systems reveals decreased appetite, early satiety, and occasional bloating. Differential diagnoses considered include gastritis, peptic ulcer disease, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and functional dyspepsia. Endoscopic evaluation revealed diffuse erythema and inflammation throughout the stomach lining, consistent with a diagnosis of pangastritis. Biopsies were taken for histopathological analysis to assess the degree of inflammation and rule out Helicobacter pylori infection. The patient's current medications include over-the-counter antacids, which provide minimal relief. A treatment plan was initiated, including proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) for acid suppression, dietary modifications to avoid irritating foods, and lifestyle changes to manage stress. Patient education was provided on the importance of medication adherence and follow-up appointments. The patient will be scheduled for a follow-up endoscopy to assess the response to therapy and monitor for any complications. ICD-10 code K29.4 (Gastritis, unspecified) and relevant CPT codes for the endoscopic procedure and biopsies will be documented for billing and coding purposes. The prognosis for pangastritis is generally favorable with appropriate management. Continued monitoring and patient compliance with the prescribed treatment plan are essential for optimal outcomes.