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ICD-Code K21: Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease

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In outpatient care, the ICD code on medical documents is always appended with a diagnostic confidence indicator (A, G, V or Z): A (excluded diagnosis), G (confirmed diagnosis), V (tentative diagnosis) and Z (condition after a confirmed diagnosis).

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Gastroesophageal reflux: person pressing their right hand on their ribcage. Gastroesophageal reflux: person pressing their right hand on their ribcage.

Heartburn and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

Severe heartburn and burping are frequent symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) – also known as chronic acid reflux. Esophagitis (inflammation of the esophagus) may also occur.