K20.90 ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Esophagitis, unspecified without bleeding for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.
Terms applicables to K20.90 ICD 10 code
- E - Esophagitis (acute) (alkaline) (chemical) (chronic) (infectional) (necrotic) (peptic) (postoperative) (without bleeding)
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to K20.90 ICD10 Code:
- K00-K95 Diseases of the digestive system
- K20-K31 Diseases of esophagus, stomach and duodenum
- K20 Esophagitis
- K20.8 Other esophagitis
- K20.9 Esophagitis, unspecified
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
K20.90 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting
Clinical information about K20.90 ICD 10 code
The esophagus is the muscular tube that carries food and liquids from your mouth to the stomach. You may not be aware of your esophagus until you swallow something too large, too hot, or too cold. You may also notice it when something is wrong. You may feel pain or have trouble swallowing.
The most common problem with the esophagus is GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). With GERD, a muscle at the end of your esophagus does not close properly. This allows stomach contents to leak back, or reflux, into the esophagus and irritate it. Over time, GERD can cause damage to the esophagus.
Other problems include heartburn, cancer, and eosinophilic esophagitis. Doctors may use various tests to make a diagnosis. These include imaging tests, an upper endoscopy, and a biopsy.
Treatment depends on the problem. Some problems get better with over-the-counter medicines or changes in diet. Others may need prescription medicines or surgery.
NIH: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
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