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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Megaloblastic Anemia

ICD-10 Coding for Megaloblastic Anemia

D51.0
D52.0
D53.1

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

Also Known as:
Macrocytic Anemia
Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
Folate Deficiency Anemia
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Megaloblastic Anemia

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Megaloblastic Anemia

Use ICD-10 code D51.0 for vitamin b12 deficiency anemia, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia

Billable Code
D51.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Confirmed low serum B12 and elevated MMA

Applicable To

  • • Pernicious anemia

Important Notes

  • • Ensure B12 deficiency is documented with lab results.

Dietary folate deficiency anemia

Billable Code
D52.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Low RBC folate levels
  • • Normal B12 levels

Applicable To

  • • Folate deficiency anemia

Important Notes

  • • Ensure folate deficiency is documented with lab results.

Other megaloblastic anemias, not elsewhere classified

Billable Code
D53.1
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Exclusion of B12 and folate deficiencies
  • • Bone marrow confirmation

Applicable To

  • • Megaloblastic anemia NOS

Important Notes

  • • Ensure exclusion of specific deficiencies before using this code.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

E03.9

Hypothyroidism, unspecified

Use if hypothyroidism is a contributing factor.

K90.0

Celiac disease

Use if celiac disease is a contributing factor.

Z79.2

Long-term (current) use of antiepileptics

Use if antiepileptic use is a contributing factor.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for megaloblastic anemia?

The ICD-10 code for megaloblastic anemia not due to specific deficiencies is D53.1. For B12 deficiency, use D51.0, and for folate deficiency, use D52.0.

How is megaloblastic anemia documented?

Document megaloblastic anemia by specifying the type, such as B12 or folate deficiency, and include lab results like serum B12 and RBC folate levels.

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