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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Leukocytosis

ICD-10 Coding for Leukocytosis

D72.829
D72.823

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

Also Known as:
Elevated White Blood Cell Count
High WBC
White Blood Cell Count Increase
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Leukocytosis

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Leukocytosis

Use ICD-10 code D72.829 for leukocytosis, unspecified, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Leukocytosis, unspecified

Billable Code
D72.829
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical_criteria:
  • • WBC count >11,000/µL with no specific type identified

Applicable To

  • • Elevated WBC without specified type

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies if leukocytosis is due to an underlying condition.

Leukemoid reaction

Billable Code
D72.823
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical_criteria:
  • • WBC count significantly elevated, often >30,000/µL
  • • Peripheral smear showing neutrophilic predominance

Applicable To

  • • Neutrophilic leukocytosis mimicking leukemia

Important Notes

  • • Document any tests confirming neutrophilic predominance.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

R50.81

Fever with leukocytosis

Use when fever is present alongside leukocytosis.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for leukocytosis?

The ICD-10 code for unspecified leukocytosis is D72.829. Specific types like neutrophilic leukocytosis use D72.823.

When should D72.829 be used?

Use D72.829 for leukocytosis when the specific type is not documented or identified.

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