H. Pylori ICD-10-CM Codes

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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