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Personal history of other diseases of the digestive system
ICD10CM code
#### Name of the Condition
- Personal history of other diseases of the digestive system
- ICD Code: Z87.19
#### Summary
A personal history of other diseases of the digestive system refers to an individual's past medical history of conditions affecting the digestive tract. This code is used for medical record-keeping to indicate a patient has experienced certain digestive diseases in the past, which may impact current and future healthcare decisions.
#### Causes
- This ICD code does not refer to an active condition but highlights previous illnesses which may include issues such as gastroenteritis, pancreatitis, or other non-specified digestive system disorders.
#### Risk Factors
- Prior gastroenterological conditions
- Family history of digestive diseases
- Lifestyle factors such as poor diet or lack of exercise
#### Symptoms
- Not applicable as this code represents historical, not current, conditions.
#### Diagnosis
- Medical history review
- Patient interviews regarding past digestive health issues
#### Treatment Options
- Not directly applicable as this code does not relate to active treatment.
- Historical conditions may influence current treatment plans.
#### Prognosis and Follow-Up
- Regular monitoring of digestive health
- Awareness of potential recurrences or complications of past conditions
#### Complications
- Past conditions may predispose individuals to recurrence or other digestive disorders.
#### Lifestyle & Prevention
- Adopting dietary improvements
- Regular physical activity
- Regular medical check-ups to monitor digestive health
#### When to Seek Professional Help
- Experiencing symptoms like persistent abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or changes in bowel habits should prompt medical consultation.
#### Additional Resources
- American Gastroenterological Association: [gastro.org](http://www.gastro.org)
- Digestive Health Foundation: [digestivehealthfoundation.org](http://www.digestivehealthfoundation.org)
#### Tips for Medical Coders
- Ensure accuracy by confirming that past conditions are documented in the patient's medical history.
- Be aware of any specific past conditions that could affect coding decisions.
- Avoid coding active conditions under this history code.