Reader Question:
Antral Erythema Translates To 535.4 In ICD-9
Published on Mon Oct 10, 2011
Question: What is the diagnosis code for antral erythema?Washington, D.C. SubscriberAnswer: If your gastroenterologist hasn't diagnosed anything more specific, use 535.4 (Other specified gastritis). You would use this code when your physician refers to redness in the bottom of the stomach, probably caused by gastritis and possibly indicating an ulcer.