R12 ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Heartburn for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.
Type 1 excludes for R12 ICD 10 code
- dyspepsia NOS (R10.13)
- functional dyspepsia (K30)
Terms applicables to R12 ICD 10 code
- B - Brash (water)
- H - Heartburn
- P - Pyrosis
- W - Waterbrash
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to R12 ICD10 Code:
- R00-R99 Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified
- R10-R19 Symptoms and signs involving the digestive system and abdomen
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
R12 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting
Clinical information about R12 ICD 10 code
Heartburn is a painful burning feeling in your chest or throat. It happens when stomach acid backs up into your esophagus, the tube that carries food from your mouth to your stomach.
If you have heartburn more than twice a week, you may have GERD. But you can have GERD without having heartburn.
Pregnancy, certain foods, alcohol, and some medications can bring on heartburn. Treating heartburn is important because over time reflux can damage the esophagus.
Over-the-counter medicines may help. If the heartburn continues, you may need prescription medicines or surgery.
If you have other symptoms such as crushing chest pain, it could be a heart attack. Get help immediately.
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