ICD-10 Code K29.71 – Gastritis, unspecified, with bleeding (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code K29.71 – Gastritis, unspecified, with bleeding
What it is
K29.71 identifies gastritis when the stomach lining is inflamed and bleeding is documented, but the type of gastritis is not specified. Use it when the record supports gastritis with hemorrhage and no more specific cause is named.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Common findings may include upper gastrointestinal bleeding, such as hematemesis or melena, along with epigastric discomfort or endoscopic evidence of inflamed gastric mucosa.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents gastritis and bleeding, but does not identify a specific gastritis subtype. It also fits when endoscopy or assessment supports hemorrhagic gastritis without further detail. If the note names a more specific form, code that instead.
Do not use for
Do not use K29.71 if bleeding is from another gastrointestinal source, such as an ulcer or varices, unless gastritis is also documented. Check documentation when the record only mentions gastritis without bleeding.
Coding tip
Confirm both elements are present in the record: unspecified gastritis and bleeding; otherwise, query for clarification or use a more specific code.