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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Acute Hypokalemia

ICD-10 Coding for Acute Hypokalemia

E87.6
E27.1

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for acute hypokalemia includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Low Potassium
Hypokalemic Disorder
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Acute Hypokalemia

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Acute Hypokalemia

Use ICD-10 code E87.6 for hypokalemia, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Hypokalemia

Billable Code
E87.6
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of symptoms and serum potassium <3.5 mEq/L
documentation:
  • • Documented treatment for hypokalemia

Applicable To

  • • Low potassium levels

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation includes potassium levels and symptoms.

Primary hyperaldosteronism

Billable Code
E27.1
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Elevated aldosterone/renin ratio
  • • Refractory hypertension

Applicable To

  • • Conn's syndrome

Important Notes

  • • Ensure aldosterone levels are documented.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

T45.2X5A

Adverse effect of diuretics

Use when hypokalemia is drug-induced.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for acute hypokalemia?

The ICD-10 code for acute hypokalemia is E87.6, used when hypokalemia is diagnosed without an underlying condition.

How is hypokalemia documented?

Document hypokalemia by including serum potassium levels, symptoms, and treatment details such as potassium supplementation.

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