icd 10 code for uric acid blood test

by Paige Donnelly 8 min read

Uric acid in blood E79. 0 (increased)

What is the diagnosis code for uric acid?

Uric acid nephrolithiasis. Short description: Uric acid nephrolithias. ICD-9-CM 274.11 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 274.11 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015.

Which drug is advicable for high uric acid?

Your doctor may recommend one of these medicines that you can't get over the counter:

  • Allopurinol (Aloprim, Zyloprim) reduces uric acid production.
  • Colchicine (Colcrys, Mitigare) reduces inflammation.
  • Febuxostat ( Uloric) reduces uric acid production.
  • Indomethacin (Indocin, Tivorbex) is a stronger NSAID pain reliever.
  • Lesinurad (Zurampic) helps your body get rid of uric acid when you pee.
  • Pegloticase ( Krystexxa) breaks down uric acid.

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Why would I need an uric acid blood test?

You may need a uric acid test if:

  • you have joint pain or swelling that may be related to gout
  • you’re currently undergoing chemotherapy
  • you’re about to start chemotherapy
  • you have frequent kidney stones
  • you’ve been diagnosed with gout in the past

How to check my uric acid levels at home?

  • Blood tests measure the amount of uric acid in the bloodstream.
  • Urine tests measure the amount of uric acid in the urine.
  • Synovial fluid tests look for uric acid crystals in the fluid of a joint.

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What ICD-10 code covers uric acid?

Code M10. 9 is the diagnosis code used for Gout, Unspecified. It is a common, painful form of arthritis. It causes swollen, red, hot and stiff joints and occurs when uric acid builds up in your blood.

What is R79 89 diagnosis?

R79. 89 - Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry. ICD-10-CM.

What is the ICD-10 code for routine lab work?

From ICD-10: For encounters for routine laboratory/radiology testing in the absence of any signs, symptoms, or associated diagnosis, assign Z01. 89, Encounter for other specified special examinations.

What is the ICD-10-CM code for hyperuricemia?

ICD-10 | Hyperuricemia without signs of inflammatory arthritis and tophaceous disease (E79. 0)

What ICD-10 code covers comprehensive metabolic panel?

Encounter for screening for other metabolic disorders Z13. 228 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM Z13. 228 became effective on October 1, 2021.

What is elevated LFTs R79 89?

A: The ICD-10-CM index lists code R79. 89 (Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry) as the default for abnormal liver function tests (LFTs). This is a nonspecific code and does not specifically identify the LFT.

What are the codes for blood tests?

Test Abbreviations and AcronymsA1AAlpha-1 AntitrypsinCBCComplete Blood CountCBCDComplete Blood Count with DifferentialCEACarcinoembryonic AntigenCH50Complement Immunoassay, Total204 more rows

What is the ICD-10 code for screening?

9.

What is the ICD-10 code for annual physical exam?

Z00.00ICD-10 Code for Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings- Z00. 00- Codify by AAPC.

What diagnosis covers uric acid?

Uric acid measurements are useful in the diagnosis and treatment of gout, renal failure, and a variety of other disorders including leukemia, psoriasis, starvation, and other wasting conditions. Patients receiving cytotoxic drugs may be monitored with uric acid measurements.

What is the ICD-10 code for CBC?

Abnormal finding of blood chemistry, unspecified The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM R79. 9 became effective on October 1, 2021.

What is the ICD-10 code for hypertriglyceridemia?

ICD-10 Code for Pure hyperglyceridemia- E78. 1- Codify by AAPC.

Ordering Instructions

See also, Rasburicase Uric Acid (test catalog #LAB2111160) for patients receiving the drug Rasburicase.

Collection Instructions

Container (s): 4.5 mL Mint Green Top (Lithium Heparin Gel) or 5.0 mL Gold Top (Serum Separator-SST Gel)

Performing Department Laboratory Location

Spectrum Health Regional Laboratory, Grand Rapids, MI Spectrum Health Big Rapids Laboratory, Big Rapids, MI Spectrum Health Gerber Laboratory, Fremont, MI Spectrum Health Kelsey Laboratory, Lakeview, MI Spectrum Health Ludington Laboratory, Ludington, MI Spectrum Health Pennock Laboratory, Hastings, MI Spectrum Health Reed City Laboratory, Reed City, MI Spectrum Health United Laboratory, Greenville, MI Spectrum Health Zeeland Laboratory, Zeeland, MI.

Test Code

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Clinical Significance

Uric Acid - Serum uric acid measurements are useful in the diagnosis and treatment of numerous renal and metabolic disorders, including renal failure, gout, leukemia, psoriasis, starvation or other wasting conditions, and in patients receiving cytotoxic drugs.

Setup Schedule, Collection Instructions

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