H. Pylori ICD-10-CM Codes

H. Pylori ICD-10-CM Codes

Learn about the H. pylori ICD-10-CM codes you can use through this guide.

By Alex King on Aug 8, 2025.

Fact Checked by Karina Jimenea.

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What ICD-10 codes are used for H. pylori?

H Pylori, or Helicobacter pylori, is a type of bacteria that can cause stomach ulcers and other digestive issues. Here are the commonly used H. pylori ICD codes:

  • B96.81: Helicobacter pylori [H. pylori] as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
  • K25.9: Gastric ulcer, unspecified as acute or chronic, without hemorrhage or perforation
  • K26.9: Duodenal ulcer, unspecified as acute or chronic, without hemorrhage or perforation
  • K27.9: Peptic ulcer, site unspecified, without hemorrhage or perforation
  • K29.70: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

Which H. pylori ICD codes are billable?

Yes. All of the aforementioned H. pylori ICD-10-CM codes are valid and billable.

Clinical information

H. pylori is a bacterium that can cause various digestive issues, including ulcers and gastritis. Here's what you need to know:

  • It is one of the most common causes of peptic ulcers.
  • Symptoms may include stomach pain, bloating, nausea, and, in severe cases, vomiting blood.
  • Diagnosis is typically done through breath tests, stool tests, or endoscopy.
  • Treatment usually involves a course of antibiotics and acid-reducing medications.
  • Eradicating the bacteria can often cure the ulcer and prevent recurrence.

Synonyms include

  • Helicobacter pylori infection
  • H. pylori-induced gastritis
  • H. pylori-associated ulcer
  • H. pylori-positive peptic ulcer
  • H. pylori-related digestive issues
  • H. pylori bacterial infection
  • H. pylori as the cause
  • H. pylori and other bacterial agents
  • Presence of H. pylori and Haemophilus influenzae
  • H. pylori accompanying parasitic diseases caused by gastrointestinal parasites

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Commonly asked questions

H. pylori is usually diagnosed through breath tests, stool tests, or an endoscopy, where a small tissue sample may be taken for biopsy.

Treatment for H. pylori typically involves a combination of antibiotics to kill the bacteria and acid-reducing medications to heal the stomach lining.

Yes, H. pylori can often be cured with antibiotics and acid-reducing medications. It's essential to complete the entire course of treatment to ensure the bacteria is eradicated.

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