ICD-10 Code K29.30 – Chronic superficial gastritis without bleeding (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code K29.30 – Chronic superficial gastritis without bleeding
What it is
K29.30 identifies chronic inflammation of the stomach lining limited to the superficial layer, with no bleeding documented. Use it when the record specifically states chronic superficial gastritis and does not mention hemorrhage.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Commonly recorded findings include chronic epigastric discomfort, nausea, dyspepsia, or gastritis noted on endoscopy or pathology without evidence of bleeding.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents chronic superficial gastritis and explicitly states there is no bleeding. It also fits when endoscopic or biopsy findings support superficial gastritis and the note does not describe hemorrhage. If the record is unclear, check documentation.
Do not use for
Do not use K29.30 if gastritis with bleeding, erosive gastritis, or another specific gastritis type is documented. Also avoid it when the chart only says “gastritis” without chronic superficial detail.
Coding tip
Code the most specific gastritis term in the note, and confirm the absence of bleeding before selecting K29.30.