Dialysis ICD-10-CM Codes

What ICD-10 Codes are Used for Dialysis?

Dialysis procedures are essential for patients with renal failure. Below are the commonly used Dialysis ICD Codes, along with their descriptions:

Z99.2 - Dependence on renal dialysis

Indicates the patient's reliance on renal dialysis due to end-stage renal disease or kidney failure.

N18.6 - End-stage renal disease (ESRD)

Denotes the presence of end-stage renal disease requiring dialysis or kidney transplantation.

N17.0 - Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis

Used when dialysis is required for acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis.

N17.1 - Acute kidney failure with acute cortical necrosis

Used when dialysis is required for acute kidney failure with acute cortical necrosis.

N17.2 - Acute kidney failure with medullary necrosis

Used when dialysis is required for acute kidney failure with medullary necrosis.

N17.8 - Other acute kidney failure

Used when dialysis is required for other types of acute kidney failure.

Which Dialysis ICD codes are Billable?

The billable status of the ICD-10-CM codes mentioned above is as follows:

Z99.2 - Dependence on renal dialysis

Yes, billable for patients dependent on renal dialysis for end-stage renal disease or kidney failure.

N18.6 - End-stage renal disease (ESRD)

Yes, billable when the patient has end-stage renal disease requiring dialysis or kidney transplantation.

N17.0 - Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis

Yes, billable when dialysis is performed for acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis.

N17.1 - Acute kidney failure with acute cortical necrosis

Yes, billable when dialysis is performed for acute kidney failure with acute cortical necrosis.

N17.2 - Acute kidney failure with medullary necrosis

Yes, billable when dialysis is performed for acute kidney failure with medullary necrosis.

N17.8 - Other acute kidney failure

Yes, billable when dialysis is performed for other types of acute kidney failure.

Clinical Information

• Dialysis is a medical procedure used to filter and purify the blood when the kidneys cannot perform their normal function adequately.
• It is commonly prescribed for patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) or severe kidney failure.
• Two primary types of dialysis: hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis.
• Hemodialysis involves using a machine (dialyzer) to filter blood outside the body and return it to the patient.
• Peritoneal dialysis uses the lining of the abdomen (peritoneal membrane) to filter the blood internally.
• Dialysis helps remove waste products, excess fluids, and toxins from the bloodstream.
• The frequency and duration of dialysis sessions depend on the individual's condition and the type of dialysis chosen.
• Hemodialysis is usually done three times a week, lasting 3-4 hours per session, while peritoneal dialysis can be performed daily or several times a day.
• Dialysis can lead to complications, such as infections, low blood pressure, anemia, and bone diseases.
• Patients on dialysis often require strict dietary restrictions and fluid control to manage their condition effectively.
• A kidney transplant may be considered a long-term solution for eligible patients with ESRD to replace the need for ongoing dialysis.

Synonyms Include

• Renal Dialysis
• Hemodialysis
• Peritoneal Dialysis
• End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Treatment