ICD-10 Code K29.70 – Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code K29.70 – Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
What it is
K29.70 identifies gastritis when the stomach lining is inflamed, but the type is not specified and there is no documented bleeding. Use it when the record supports gastritis without a more precise cause or subtype.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Commonly documented findings include epigastric pain, nausea, vomiting, or dyspepsia, but the key point is that the provider has diagnosed gastritis without bleeding.
When to use this code
Use this code when the note states gastritis and does not identify a specific form such as erosive, alcoholic, or drug-induced gastritis. It also fits when the documentation confirms gastritis but does not mention bleeding.
If the provider later specifies a cause or subtype, code the documented condition instead. Check documentation for any mention of hemorrhage, ulcer, or another more specific gastric disorder.
Do not use for
Do not use K29.70 if bleeding is documented; choose the appropriate gastritis code with bleeding instead. Also avoid it when a more specific gastritis diagnosis is clearly stated.
Coding tip
Code the highest level of specificity available and query if the chart says only “gastritis” without enough detail.