Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for Low White Blood Cell Count. Includes clinical validation requirements, documentation requirements, and coding pitfalls.
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Complete code families applicable to Low White Blood Cell Count
Other disorders of blood and blood-forming organs
This range includes codes for various blood disorders, including leukopenia.
Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection
Code | Description | When to Use | Key Documentation |
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D72.819 | Decreased white blood cell count, unspecified | Use when leukopenia is present without a specified cause. |
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D72.818 | Other specified decreased white blood cell count | Use when leukopenia is due to a specified cause like drug use. |
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Always review the patient's clinical documentation thoroughly. When in doubt, choose the more specific code and ensure documentation supports it.
Essential facts and insights about Low White Blood Cell Count
Use when leukopenia is due to a specified cause like drug use.
Sequence after T-code for adverse effect.
Additional codes that should be used in conjunction with the main diagnosis codes when applicable.
Adverse effect of antineoplastic and immunosuppressive drugs
T45.1x5AAlternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions to the primary diagnosis.
Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
D72.829Avoid these common documentation and coding issues when documenting Low White Blood Cell Count to ensure proper reimbursement, maintain compliance, and reduce audit risk. These guidelines are particularly important when using ICD-10 code D72.819.
Clinical: May lead to incorrect treatment decisions., Regulatory: Non-compliance with documentation standards., Financial: Potential for reduced reimbursement.
Always include specific lab values, Clarify cause if known
Reimbursement: Incorrect DRG assignment may reduce payment., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines., Data Quality: Inaccurate clinical data representation.
Ensure documentation specifies 'low' WBC for D72.819.
Using unspecified codes can lead to audit flags.
Ensure documentation supports specific coding.
Documentation errors, coding pitfalls, and audit risks are interconnected aspects of medical coding and billing. Addressing all three areas helps ensure accurate coding, optimal reimbursement, and regulatory compliance.
Common questions about ICD-10 coding for Low White Blood Cell Count, with expert answers to help guide accurate code selection and documentation.
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