Duodenal ulcer, unsp as acute or chronic, w/o hemor or perf

This code signifies a duodenal ulcer where the medical record does not specify whether the ulcer is acute or chronic. Importantly, there is no mention of bleeding or a hole in the duodenal wall associated with this ulcer.

Use this code when documentation clearly identifies a duodenal ulcer but lacks specificity regarding its acuity (acute or chronic) and explicitly rules out hemorrhage or perforation. This code is appropriate when the provider's notes simply state "duodenal ulcer" without further detail on its nature or complications.

• Avoid using this code if the documentation specifies "acute duodenal ulcer" or "chronic duodenal ulcer"; instead, use the more specific codes.
• Do not use this code if hemorrhage or perforation is documented; dedicated codes exist for complicated duodenal ulcers.
• Query the provider for clarification on acuity if possible, to allow for more specific coding.