Identify the appropriate code for reflux esophagitis:
a. K21.9
b. K21.0
c. K22.7
d. K22.9
ICD-10 Challenge June 26, 2015
Moderators: Shannon DeConda, NAMAS Moderator
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The correct answer is B, code K21.0.
Rationale: The main term in the Alphabetic Index is Esophagitis, subterm reflux. Code K21.9 is assigned for esophageal reflux without esophagitis. K22.7 is Barrett's esophagus and K22.9 is unspecified disease of the esophagus.
The correct answer is B, code K21.0.
Rationale: The main term in the Alphabetic Index is Esophagitis, subterm reflux. Code K21.9 is assigned for esophageal reflux without esophagitis. K22.7 is Barrett's esophagus and K22.9 is unspecified disease of the esophagus.