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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Elevated Troponin Level

ICD-10 Coding for Elevated Troponin Level

R79.89

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

Also Known as:
Troponin Elevation
Increased Troponin Level
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Elevated Troponin Level

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Elevated Troponin Level

Use ICD-10 code R79.89 for other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

Billable Code
R79.89
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • Troponin levels are elevated without ischemic symptoms or ECG changes.
coding:
  • No definitive diagnosis after a full workup.

Applicable To

  • • Elevated troponin level without specified cause

Important Notes

  • • Ensure that elevated troponin is not due to a known condition before using this code.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

R94.31

Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

Use as a secondary code if ECG changes accompany elevated troponin.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for elevated troponin level?

The ICD-10 code for elevated troponin level without a specified cause is R79.89. This code is used when elevated troponin is detected without a definitive diagnosis after a full workup.

When should R79.89 be used for elevated troponin?

R79.89 should be used when elevated troponin levels are present without ischemic symptoms or ECG changes, and no definitive diagnosis is identified after a full clinical workup.

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