icd 10 code for elevated homocysteine levels

by Dr. Melisa Kling 4 min read

E72. 11 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What ICD-10 code covers homocysteine?

ICD-10-CM Codes that Support Medical Necessity The service must be reasonable and necessary in the specific case and must meet the criteria specified in the Homocysteine Level, Serum L34419 LCD.

What diagnosis will covers a homocysteine?

Homocysteine levels will be covered by Medicare to confirm vitamin B12 or folate deficiency.

What does raised homocysteine mean?

Homocysteine is an amino acid. Vitamins B12, B6 and folate break down homocysteine to create other chemicals your body needs. High homocysteine levels may mean you have a vitamin deficiency. Without treatment, elevated homocysteine increases your risks for dementia, heart disease and stroke.May 7, 2021

What is icd10 code E72 11?

ICD-10 | Homocystinuria (E72. 11)

What is homocysteine blood test?

A homocysteine test measures the amount of homocysteine in your blood. Homocysteine is a type of amino acid, a chemical your body uses to make proteins. Normally, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, and folic acid break down homocysteine and change it into other substances your body needs.Dec 3, 2020

What does CPT code 83090 mean?

Chemistry ProceduresCPT® 83090, Under Chemistry Procedures The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) code 83090 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Chemistry Procedures.

What causes elevated homocysteine levels?

Most people who have a high homocysteine level don't get enough folate (also called folic acid), vitamin B6, or vitamin B12 in their diet. Replacing these vitamins often helps return the homocysteine level to normal. Other possible causes of a high homocysteine level include: Low levels of thyroid hormone.May 4, 2020

What happens when homocysteine levels are high?

Homocysteine is an amino acid produced when proteins are broken down. A high homocysteine level, also called hyperhomocysteinemia, can contribute to arterial damage and blood clots in your blood vessels. High homocysteine levels usually indicate a deficiency in vitamin B-12 or folate.

What is homocysteine and what is its function?

Homocysteine is an amino acid that the body produces by breaking down dietary proteins. Having high levels of homocysteine can damage blood vessels and lead to blood clots. People who have high homocysteine levels tend to have low levels of vitamin B12.

What is the ICD-10 code for hyperlipidemia?

E78.5ICD-10 | Hyperlipidemia, unspecified (E78. 5)

What is homocystinuria?

Homocystinuria (HCU) is a rare but potentially serious inherited condition. It means the body can't process the amino acid methionine. This causes a harmful build-up of substances in the blood and urine.

What is the ICD-10 code for fatigue?

83 – Other Fatigue. Code R53. 83 is the diagnosis code used for Other Fatigue.

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ICD-10-CM Codes that Support Medical Necessity

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