ICD-10-CM Code R12
Billable CodeBillable codes are sufficient justification for admission to an acute care hospital when used a principal diagnosis.
R12 is a billable ICD code used to specify a diagnosis of heartburn. A 'billable code' is detailed enough to be used to specify a medical diagnosis.
The ICD code R12 is used to code Heartburn
Heartburn, also known as acid indigestion, is a burning sensation in the central chest or upper central abdomen. The pain often rises in the chest and may radiate to the neck, throat, or angle of the jaw.