K21.0 - Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis

Overview

ICD10 code K21.0 refers to Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, a commonly diagnosed medical condition impacting patients globally. This code is vital for accurate diagnosis and treatment.

Symptoms

• Heartburn
• Chest pain
• Regurgitation of food or sour liquid
• Difficulty swallowing
• Chronic cough
• Laryngitis

Diagnosis

Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis is diagnosed based on clinical evaluation, patient history, and may include lab tests or imaging depending on the presentation.

ICD10 Code Usage

The ICD10 code K21.0 is used in electronic health records (EHRs), medical billing, insurance claims, and clinical documentation.

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• F32.9 – Major depressive disorder
• F41.0 – Panic disorder

FAQs

Q1: What is ICD10 code K21.0?
A: ICD10 code K21.0 is used to document cases of gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis.

Q2: Is it used for panic disorder?
A: No, this code is specific to its own diagnosis and not used for panic disorder unless otherwise specified.

Conclusion

Accurate use of ICD10 code K21.0 ensures streamlined medical documentation, aiding treatment and billing processes.

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