Folate deficiency anemia, unspecified. The 2019 edition of ICD-10-CM D52.9 became effective on October 1, 2018. This is the American ICD-10-CM version of D52.9 - other international versions of ICD-10 D52.9 may differ.
This is the 2014 version of the ICD-9-CM diagnosis code 281.2. Code Classification. Diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs (280–289) Diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs (280-289) 281 Other deficiency anemias.
281.2 is a legacy non-billable code used to specify a medical diagnosis of folate-deficiency anemia. This code was replaced on September 30, 2015 by its ICD-10 equivalent. References found for the code 281.2 in the Index of Diseases and Injuries: Zuelzer Ogden nutritional megaloblastic anemia 281.2
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Most folate-deficiency anemia is caused by a lack of folic acid in the diet. Leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, beans, and whole grains are natural sources of folic acid. Folate-deficiency anemia in pregnancy may cause a neural tube defect. This is when the brain or spinal cord doesn't develop normally.
A diet low in fresh fruits, vegetables, and fortified cereals is the main cause of folate deficiency. In addition, overcooking your food can sometimes destroy the vitamins. Folate levels in your body can become low in just a few weeks if you don't eat enough folate-rich foods.
In folate-deficiency anemia, the red blood cells are abnormally large. Such cells are called macrocytes. They are also called megaloblasts, when they are seen in the bone marrow. That is why this anemia is also called megaloblastic anemia.
How Is It Diagnosed? To check for folate deficiency anemia, your doctor will ask you about your symptoms. They might also order blood tests and a complete blood count (CBC) test to measure the number and appearance of your red blood cells. If you have a lack of folate, your red blood cells look large and immature.
Folate deficiency can cause severe birth defects called neural tube defects. Neural tube defects include spina bifida and anencephaly. Folate deficiency can also increase your chances of placental abruption, a condition where your placenta separates from your uterus.
Vitamin B12 or B9 (commonly called folate) deficiency anaemia occurs when a lack of vitamin B12 or folate causes the body to produce abnormally large red blood cells that cannot function properly. Red blood cells carry oxygen around the body using a substance called haemoglobin.
Folate is the natural form of vitamin B9 in food, while folic acid is a synthetic form. High intake of folic acid may lead to increased blood levels of unmetabolized folic acid.
Vitamin B12 or folate deficiency anaemia can cause a wide range of symptoms. These usually develop gradually, but can worsen if the condition goes untreated.extreme tiredness (fatigue)lack of energy (lethargy)breathlessness.feeling faint.headaches.pale skin.noticeable heartbeats (palpitations)More items...
Classical medical teaching tells that macrocytic anemia is caused by either vitamin B12 or folate deficiency but not microcytosis.
Pernicious anemia is a decrease in red blood cells that occurs when the intestines cannot properly absorb vitamin B12. This picture shows large, dense, oversized, red blood cells (RBCs) that are seen in megaloblastic anemia. Megaloblastic anemia can occur when there is a deficiency of vitamin B-12.
Causes. There are many causes of megaloblastic anemia, but the most common source in children occurs from a vitamin deficiency of folic acid or vitamin B-12. Other sources of megaloblastic anemia include the following: Digestive diseases — Certain diseases of the lower digestive tract can lead to megaloblastic anemia.
What are the causes of folic acid deficiency? Not eating enough foods containing folic acid (folate) is the most common cause. This occurs most often in elderly people who do not eat well. Alcohol-dependent people are another group often not eating properly.
More recently, however, folate deficiency has been implicated in the development of cancer, notably of the cervix, lung, breast, brain and colorectum.
Vitamin B12 is an especially important vitamin for maintaining healthy nerve cells, and it helps in the production of DNA and RNA, the body's genetic material. Vitamin B12 works closely with vitamin B9, also called folate or folic acid, to help make red blood cells and to help iron work better in the body.
The crosswalk between ICD-9 281.2 folate-deficiency anemia to ICD-10 is based based on the General Equivalence Mappings (GEMS) information:
Folate-deficiency anemia (281.2) ICD-9 code 281.2 for Folate-deficiency anemia is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range -DISEASES OF THE BLOOD AND BLOOD-FORMING ORGANS (280-289).
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ICD-10 D52.9 is folate deficiency anemia, unspecified (D529). This code is grouped under diagnosis codes for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism.
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D52.9 Folate deficiency anemia, unspecified - ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Codes
281.8 is a legacy non-billable code used to specify a medical diagnosis of anemia associated with other specified nutritional deficiency. This code was replaced on September 30, 2015 by its ICD-10 equivalent.
Your doctor will diagnose anemia with a physical exam and blood tests. Treatment depends on the kind of anemia you have.
NEC "Not elsewhere classifiable" - This abbreviation in the Alphabetic Index represents "other specified". When a specific code is not available for a condition, the Alphabetic Index directs the coder to the "other specified” code in the Tabular List.
Type 1 Excludes Notes - A type 1 Excludes note is a pure excludes note. It means "NOT CODED HERE!" An Excludes1 note indicates that the code excluded should never be used at the same time as the code above the Excludes1 note. An Excludes1 is used when two conditions cannot occur together, such as a congenital form versus an acquired form of the same condition.
Code also note - A "code also" note instructs that two codes may be required to fully describe a condition, but this note does not provide sequencing direction.
Hemolytic anemia caused by chemicals and toxins
Aplastic anemia, a condition that can be inherited or acquired
The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM D52.9 became effective on October 1, 2021.
D50-D89 Diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
D50-D89 Diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM D52 became effective on October 1, 2021.
Anemia treatment depends on the cause. Treatment for iron deficiency anemia usually involves taking iron supplements and changing your diet. Treatment for folic acid and vitamin C deficiency involves dietary supplements and increasing these nutrients in your diet. Treatment for aplastic anemia can include blood transfusions to boost levels of red blood cells. Treatment for sickle cell anemia might include oxygen, pain relievers, and oral and intravenous fluids to reduce pain and prevent complications. Most forms of thalassemia are mild and require no treatment.
If the anemia is caused by a chronic disease, the disease can mask them, so that the anemia might be detected by tests for another condition. Depending on the causes of your anemia, you might have no symptoms. Signs and symptoms, if they do occur, might include fatigue, weakness, pale or yellowish skin, irregular heartbeats, shortness of breath, dizziness or lightheadedness, chest pain, cold hands and feet, and headaches.
281.2 is a legacy non-billable code used to specify a medical diagnosis of folate-deficiency anemia. This code was replaced on September 30, 2015 by its ICD-10 equivalent.
Your doctor will diagnose anemia with a physical exam and blood tests. Treatment depends on the kind of anemia you have.
NEC "Not elsewhere classifiable" - This abbreviation in the Alphabetic Index represents "other specified". When a specific code is not available for a condition, the Alphabetic Index directs the coder to the "other specified” code in the Tabular List.
Folic acid is a B vitamin. It helps the body make healthy new cells. Everyone needs folic acid. For women who may get pregnant, it is really important . Getting enough folic acid before and during pregnancy can prevent major birth defects of her baby's brain or spine.
Type 1 Excludes Notes - A type 1 Excludes note is a pure excludes note. It means "NOT CODED HERE!" An Excludes1 note indicates that the code excluded should never be used at the same time as the code above the Excludes1 note. An Excludes1 is used when two conditions cannot occur together, such as a congenital form versus an acquired form of the same condition.
Hemolytic anemia caused by chemicals and toxins
Code also note - A "code also" note instructs that two codes may be required to fully describe a condition, but this note does not provide sequencing direction.