ICD-10 Code K29.20 – Alcoholic gastritis without bleeding (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code K29.20 – Alcoholic gastritis without bleeding
What it is
K29.20 identifies gastritis caused by alcohol, without evidence of bleeding. Use it when the record documents alcoholic gastritis and does not mention hemorrhage.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Commonly recorded findings include upper abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, or dyspepsia, but the diagnosis should be supported by clinician assessment.
When to use this code
Use K29.20 when the provider clearly documents alcoholic gastritis and specifically states there is no bleeding. It also fits confirmed cases where endoscopy or assessment supports gastritis linked to alcohol use. If the note only says gastritis, check documentation before assigning this code.
Do not use for
Do not use this code if gastritis is due to another cause or if bleeding is documented. If the record says only “alcohol use” without alcoholic gastritis, this code is not appropriate.
Coding tip
Always verify both the alcoholic cause and the absence of bleeding in the documentation before coding K29.20.