Chronic superficial gastritis without bleeding

This diagnosis code signifies a chronic inflammatory condition affecting the superficial lining of the stomach, characterized by persistent inflammation without evidence of ulceration or active hemorrhage. It indicates a long-standing, less severe form of gastritis primarily involving the mucosa.

Assign this code when documentation specifies chronic superficial gastritis and explicitly states the absence of bleeding. This is typically supported by endoscopic findings and/or biopsy reports confirming chronic inflammation limited to the superficial gastric mucosa.

• Ensure documentation clearly distinguishes between acute and chronic gastritis.
• Do not use this code if there is any mention of bleeding, ulceration, or erosion.
• Consider codes for other specified or unspecified gastritis if the type is not clearly superficial.