ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for R12
Heartburn
Coding Notes & Guidelines for R12
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
- dyspepsia NOS (R10.13)
- functional dyspepsia (K30)
About ICD-10-CM Code R12 (Heartburn)
ICD-10-CM code R12 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM R12 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about R12 - Heartburn. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Heartburn.