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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Basic Metabolic Panel

ICD-10 Coding for Basic Metabolic Panel

E11.9
R79.89

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

Also Known as:
BMP
Chem 7
Basic Metabolic Test
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Basic Metabolic Panel

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Basic Metabolic Panel

Use ICD-10 code E11.9 for type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

Billable Code
E11.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Fasting glucose ≥126 mg/dL
  • • HbA1c ≥6.5%

Applicable To

  • • Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Important Notes

  • • Ensure diabetes is confirmed by provider before coding.

Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

Billable Code
R79.89
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Abnormal BMP results without a specific diagnosis.

Applicable To

  • • Abnormal electrolytes

Important Notes

  • • Document specific abnormal findings clearly.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

E87.5

Hyperkalemia

Use when BMP shows elevated potassium levels.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a basic metabolic panel?

The ICD-10 code for a basic metabolic panel is not directly available as BMP is a test, not a diagnosis. Use related codes like E11.9 for diabetes if glucose levels are abnormal.

How do you code a BMP with abnormal glucose?

For a BMP showing abnormal glucose, use E11.9 if diabetes is confirmed. Otherwise, consider R73.09 for unspecified abnormal glucose.

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