Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for anemia with chronic kidney disease includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Anemia with Chronic Kidney Disease
Use ICD-10 code N18.1 for chronic kidney disease, stage 1, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
Iron deficiency
Use when iron deficiency is documented.
Long term (current) use of other agents affecting blood constituents
Use when ESA therapy is documented.
Dependence on renal dialysis
Use when patient is on dialysis.
The ICD-10 code for anemia in chronic kidney disease is D63.1, used alongside the appropriate CKD stage code (N18.1-N18.6).
Document the CKD stage, hemoglobin levels, and any iron studies. Ensure anemia is linked to CKD for accurate coding.