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2025 Abdominal Pain ICD 10 Code R10.9

Effective Date: 10/01/2015 To 09/30/2025

Unspecified abdominal pain

CMS-HCC-V24 CMS-HCC-V28 RxHCC Age Gender Maternity Acute or Chronic MCC
-- -- -- -- -- -- Acute No
Back-references to R10.9
  • Pain(s) see also Painful R52
    • abdominal R10.9
    • Related Medications for R10.9
      • acetaminophen, aluminium hydroxide, fentanyl, hydrocodone, ibuprofen, magnesium hydroxide, oxymorphone, attapulgite, bismuth subsalicylate, lofexidine, methyl salicylate, sodium bicarbonate, alosetron, celecoxib, pentosan polysulfate

      Chapter, Section and Diagnosis Prefix for R10.9
        R00-R99 :

        Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified

        R10-R19 :

        Symptoms and signs involving the digestive system and abdomen

        R10 :

        Abdominal and pelvic pain

      What is Abdominal Pain?

      Abdominal pain ICD 10 (R10.9) is also known as ABD Pain ICD 10, or Abdominal Cramping ICD 10, and it refers to the type of pain occurring in the middle of the chest and pelvic regions. It can be crampy, dull, unfrequent, or sharp. Pain in the abdomen is a sense of discomfort that can be felt from the chest to the groin, mostly around the stomach area.

      Causes of Abdominal pain ICD 10/ABD Pain ICD 10:

      Abdominal pain ICD 10 code is R10.9. There are several causes of this kind of pain, which includes:

      • Infection:

        Viral or bacterial infections.
      • Inflammation:

        Conditions like appendicitis, pancreatitis.
      • Intestinal disorders:

        IBS, IBD, Obstruction etc.,
      • affecting diseases, which in the organ of abdomen area

      Symptoms for Abdominal Pain ICD 10:

      Some of the common signs and symptoms of ABD Pain ICD 10 can be the following:

      • Generalized pain: Felt in more than half of the belly.
      • Localized pain: Limited to one area.
      • Cramp-like pain: Often due to gas and bloating.
      • Colicky pain: Comes in waves, often severe.

      Diagnostics for Abdominal Cramping ICD 10:

      • Imaging tests:

        MRI, ultrasound, X-rays.
      • Colonoscopy:

        To check the colon and intestines.
      • Endoscopy:

        Detects inflammation and abnormalities in the esophagus and stomach.

      Treatment for Abdominal Pain ICD 10:

      • Medications:

        Depending on the underlying cause.
      • Lifestyle changes:

        Dietary adjustments, stress management.
      • Surgery:

        For severe cases or depending on the underlying cause.

      Types of ABD Pain ICD 10:

      • Generalized Pain:

        Felt in more than half of the belly, this type of pain is often associated with a stomach virus, indigestion, or gas. If it becomes more severe, it may indicate a blockage.
      • Localized Pain:

        It is found in one specific area of the belly, and this pain is more likely to signal an issue with an organ.
      • Cramp-like Pain:

        Usually not serious, this pain is often due to gas and bloating and is typically followed by diarrhea. Worrisome signs include pain that lasts over 24 hours, or is accompanied by a fever.
      • Colicky Pain:

        This pain comes in waves, starting and ending suddenly and often being severe.