Flatulence and related conditions (R14) ICD-10-CM
The R14 code range covers flatulence and related conditions with 5 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 4 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2026, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Type 1 Excludes
A type 1 excludes note is a pure excludes note. It means "NOT CODED HERE!" An Excludes1 note indicates that the code excluded should never be used at the same time as the code above the Excludes1 note. An Excludes1 is used when two conditions cannot occur together, such as a congenital form versus an acquired form of the same condition.
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Codes in the R14 Range 5 codes · 4 billable
Clinical Terms in This Code Range
Definitions from the National Library of Medicine for conditions coded in the R14 range.
Eructation
The ejection of gas or air through the mouth from the stomach.
Flatulence
Production or presence of gas in the gastrointestinal tract which may be expelled through the anus.
About the R14 Code Range
The ICD-10 codes under the R14 section cover conditions related to flatulence and associated symptoms such as abdominal distension, gas pain, eructation, and excessive gas. These codes help identify and document various digestive disturbances involving gas buildup and release.
The ICD-10 code R14 is used for general flatulence and related gastrointestinal conditions. More specific codes include R14.0 for abdominal distension (gaseous), which describes symptoms like abdominal bloating or swelling caused by gas accumulation. Code R14.1 addresses gas pain, capturing abdominal discomfort linked to trapped intestinal gas, often referred to as abdominal wind pain. R14.2 pertains to eructation or excessive belching, covering symptoms such as frequent burping and functional belching disorders. Lastly, R14.3 identifies flatulence, including passing gas, noisy or foul-smelling flatus, and inability to control gas release. These codes assist healthcare professionals and coders in distinguishing between closely related flatulence symptoms for accurate diagnosis and billing, commonly referenced as the ICD-10 code for flatulence and various gas-related digestive issues.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the R14 range?
Of the 5 codes in this range, 4 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the R14 range classify?
The range classifies flatulence and related conditions. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
