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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Fatigue and Malaise

ICD-10 Coding for Fatigue and Malaise

R53.0
R53.82
R53.83

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

Also Known as:
Tiredness
Lethargy
Exhaustion
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Fatigue and Malaise

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Fatigue and Malaise

Use ICD-10 code R53.0 for neoplastic (malignant) related fatigue, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Neoplastic (malignant) related fatigue

Billable Code
R53.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Fatigue directly related to cancer treatment

Applicable To

  • • Fatigue due to cancer
  • • Fatigue due to chemotherapy

Important Notes

  • • Ensure malignancy is coded first to avoid sequencing errors.

Chronic fatigue, unspecified

Billable Code
R53.82
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Fatigue lasting ≥6 months
  • • Exclusion of other causes (e.g., anemia, thyroid disorders)

Applicable To

  • • Chronic fatigue syndrome NOS

Important Notes

  • • Ensure thorough documentation of exclusionary tests.

Other fatigue

Billable Code
R53.83
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Fatigue impacting daily activities
  • • No chronicity or specific cause

Applicable To

  • • Fatigue NOS
  • • Lethargy

Important Notes

  • • Document the impact on daily activities to justify use.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for chronic fatigue?

The ICD-10 code for chronic fatigue, unspecified, is R53.82. It is used when fatigue persists for more than 6 months without an identifiable cause.

How do you code fatigue related to cancer?

For fatigue related to cancer, use R53.0, ensuring the malignancy is coded first. This code is for fatigue directly linked to cancer or its treatment.

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