Gastrostomy status

This code indicates that a patient currently has a gastrostomy, which is an artificial opening into the stomach, typically for feeding or decompression. It signifies the presence of a surgically created stoma that connects the stomach to the abdominal wall.

Use this code when documenting a patient's history or current status of having a gastrostomy tube (e.g., G-tube, PEG tube) in place. This is often relevant for patients receiving enteral nutrition, medication administration, or gastric decompression through this route.

• Always assign this code as a secondary diagnosis, as it describes a status rather than an active disease.
• Do not use this code for a patient who previously had a gastrostomy that has since been removed or closed.
• Consider additional codes for the underlying condition necessitating the gastrostomy (e.g., dysphagia, malignancy).