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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Fredrickson Type IIa Hyperlipoproteinemia

ICD-10 Coding for Fredrickson Type IIa Hyperlipoproteinemia

E78.01

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for fredrickson type iia hyperlipoproteinemia includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Pure Hypercholesterolemia
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Fredrickson Type IIa Hyperlipoproteinemia

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Fredrickson Type IIa Hyperlipoproteinemia

Use ICD-10 code E78.01 for familial hypercholesterolemia, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Familial hypercholesterolemia

Billable Code
E78.01
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • LDL-C ≥190 mg/dL and family history
coding:
  • • Avoid E78.2 if only LDL is elevated

Applicable To

  • • Fredrickson Type IIa Hyperlipoproteinemia

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies Fredrickson type and LDL levels.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

I70.241

Atherosclerosis of native arteries of right leg with ulceration

Use if atherosclerosis affects the right iliac artery.

I70.242

Atherosclerosis of native arteries of left leg with ulceration

Use if atherosclerosis affects the left iliac artery.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for Fredrickson Type IIa Hyperlipoproteinemia?

The ICD-10 code for Fredrickson Type IIa Hyperlipoproteinemia is E78.01, which is used for familial hypercholesterolemia.

How is Fredrickson Type IIa Hyperlipoproteinemia documented?

Document Fredrickson Type IIa Hyperlipoproteinemia by specifying LDL-C levels, family history, and any associated atherosclerosis.

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