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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Elevated Hemoglobin

ICD-10 Coding for Elevated Hemoglobin

D45
D75.1
R71.8

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

Also Known as:
Polycythemia
High Hemoglobin
Erythrocytosis
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Elevated Hemoglobin

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Elevated Hemoglobin

Use ICD-10 code D45 for polycythemia vera, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Polycythemia vera

Billable Code
D45
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • JAK2 mutation positive
  • • Hgb >18.5 g/dL (M) or >16.5 g/dL (F)
  • • Splenomegaly

Applicable To

  • • Polycythemia vera

Important Notes

  • • Ensure JAK2 mutation status is documented for accurate coding.

Secondary polycythemia

Billable Code
D75.1
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • ABG showing hypoxemia
  • • Elevated EPO levels

Applicable To

  • • Polycythemia due to chronic hypoxia

Important Notes

  • • Link to the primary condition causing the secondary polycythemia.

Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

Billable Code
R71.8
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Elevated hemoglobin without a confirmed diagnosis

Applicable To

  • • Asymptomatic erythrocytosis

Important Notes

  • • Use as a temporary code until further diagnosis is made.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

R23.3

Spontaneous ecchymoses

Use to document associated symptoms like bruising.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for elevated hemoglobin?

The ICD-10 code for elevated hemoglobin depends on the underlying cause. D45 is used for polycythemia vera, while D75.1 is for secondary polycythemia.

How do you code polycythemia vera?

Polycythemia vera is coded as D45 in ICD-10, requiring documentation of JAK2 mutation and elevated hemoglobin levels.

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