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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Elevated Creatine Kinase

ICD-10 Coding for Elevated Creatine Kinase

R74.8
M62.82

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

Also Known as:
Elevated CK
HyperCKemia
Increased Creatine Kinase
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Elevated Creatine Kinase

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Elevated Creatine Kinase

Use ICD-10 code R74.8 for abnormal levels of other serum enzymes, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes

Billable Code
R74.8
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • CK level above normal without specific diagnosis
coding:
  • • No other specific ICD-10 code applicable

Applicable To

  • • Elevated creatine kinase

Important Notes

  • • Ensure CK elevation is not due to a more specific condition before using R74.8.

Rhabdomyolysis

Billable Code
M62.82
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • CK >5,000 U/L
  • • Symptoms of muscle pain or weakness

Applicable To

  • • Muscle breakdown with CK elevation

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation supports muscle injury or breakdown.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z79.3

Long term (current) use of hormonal contraceptives

Use to indicate statin use if CK elevation is due to statin therapy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for elevated creatine kinase?

The ICD-10 code for elevated creatine kinase is R74.8, used when no specific condition is identified.

When should R74.8 be used?

R74.8 should be used for elevated CK levels when no specific underlying condition is identified.

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