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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Elevated Uric Acid

ICD-10 Coding for Elevated Uric Acid

E79.0
E79.2
R79.9

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

Also Known as:
Hyperuricemia
High Uric Acid Levels
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Elevated Uric Acid

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Elevated Uric Acid

Use ICD-10 code E79.0 for hyperuricemia without signs of inflammatory arthritis and tophaceous disease, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Hyperuricemia without signs of inflammatory arthritis and tophaceous disease

Billable Code
E79.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Uric acid levels >7.0 mg/dL in men or >6.0 mg/dL in women without joint symptoms

Applicable To

  • • Asymptomatic hyperuricemia

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies absence of gout symptoms.

Hyperuricemia with inflammatory arthritis

Billable Code
E79.2
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of synovitis and urate crystals on joint aspiration

Applicable To

  • • Gouty arthritis

Important Notes

  • • Document joint involvement and confirmatory tests.

Abnormal findings of blood chemistry, unspecified

Billable Code
R79.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Abnormal uric acid levels without a confirmed diagnosis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure lack of confirmation is documented.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for elevated uric acid?

The ICD-10 code for elevated uric acid without symptoms is E79.0. If symptoms like joint pain are present, consider codes for gout such as M1A.xxx.

When should E79.0 be used?

Use E79.0 for hyperuricemia when uric acid levels are elevated but there are no symptoms of gout or tophi.

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