Angiodysplasia of stomach and duodenum without bleeding

This code signifies the presence of abnormal, fragile blood vessels (angiodysplasia) within the stomach and/or duodenum. These vascular malformations are typically small and can be a source of gastrointestinal bleeding, but in this specific instance, no active bleeding is documented.

Apply this code when diagnostic imaging (e.g., endoscopy, angiography) identifies angiodysplasia in the stomach or duodenum, and the patient presents without any signs or symptoms of hemorrhage. Documentation should clearly state the location of the angiodysplasia and explicitly deny active bleeding.

• Ensure documentation specifies "without bleeding" to differentiate from codes indicating hemorrhage.
• Do not use this code if the angiodysplasia is actively bleeding; a different code from the K31.81 series would be appropriate.
• Consider any associated conditions or symptoms that may require additional coding.