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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Abnormal Red Blood Cells

ICD-10 Coding for Abnormal Red Blood Cells

R71.8

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for abnormal red blood cells includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
RBC Morphology Abnormalities
Erythrocyte Disorders
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Abnormal Red Blood Cells

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Abnormal Red Blood Cells

Use ICD-10 code R71.8 for other abnormalities of red blood cells, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Other abnormalities of red blood cells

Billable Code
R71.8
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Peripheral smear shows specific RBC morphology without a definitive anemia diagnosis.
coding:
  • • No specific anemia code applies based on current findings.

Applicable To

  • • Poikilocytosis
  • • Anisocytosis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the type of RBC abnormality observed.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

R79.1

Abnormal coagulation profile

Use when there is an abnormal coagulation profile alongside RBC abnormalities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for abnormal red blood cells?

The ICD-10 code for abnormal red blood cells is R71.8, used when specific RBC morphology abnormalities are noted without a definitive anemia diagnosis.

When should R71.8 be used?

Use R71.8 for abnormal RBC morphology when no specific anemia diagnosis is confirmed, and peripheral smear findings are documented.

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