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R14.0 is a billable/specific code for abdominal bloating caused by gas in the intestines or peritoneal cavity. It belongs to the category R14 of flatulence and related conditions in the digestive system and abdomen chapter.
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This code is used to specify a medical diagnosis of abdominal distension (gaseous), also known as bloating or flatulence. It is a billable code that should not be used as a principal diagnosis when a related definitive diagnosis has been established.
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Abdominal bloating and distension have a complex etiology that is not well understood. The list of possible causes includes organic, pathological conditions, disorders of gut-brain interaction and an abnormal viscerosomatic reflex.
Determining the etiology of abdominal bloating and distension can be challenging. For this reason, Dr. Lacy advises that acting like "good detectives" can help clinicians make an accurate diagnosis. Conducting a thorough clinical history and physical examination that includes the following details will help determine which type of testing may be ne...
Given the broad range of possible causes associated with bloating and distension, identifying the most effective treatment for each individual with symptoms can be a complex process. Therapeutic options include dietary changes, probiotics, antibiotics, prokinetic agents, antispasmodics, neuromodulators and biofeedback. According to Dr. Lacy and co-...
Lacy BE et al. Management of chronic abdominal distension and bloating. Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology. 2021;19:219.
Oct 1, 2023 · R14.0 is a valid billable code for abdominal distension caused by gas, also known as bloating or tympanites. It belongs to the category R14 of flatulence and related conditions in the digestive system section of ICD-10-CM.
This code is used for abdominal bloating caused by gas in the intestines. It excludes psychogenic aerophagy and is part of the category R14 for flatulence and related conditions.
Learn how to code abdominal bloating (R14.0) and other signs and symptoms of gastrointestinal disorders in ICD-10. See code lists, tables, and clinical scenarios for common GI problems.
Mar 1, 2019 · This article reviews the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of gas, bloating, and belching, which are common symptoms of functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs). It does not mention the ICD-10 code for abdominal bloating, which is R10.9.
