Hyperkalemia ICD-10-CM Codes

What ICD-10 Codes Are Used for Hyperkalemia?

Hyperkalemia, a potentially life-threatening condition with too much potassium in the blood, is represented by several ICD-10-CM codes. The following are frequently hyperkalemia ICD codes:

• E87.5: Hyperkalemia. This code is generally used when a patient has high potassium levels confirmed by laboratory testing.
• I12.0: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end-stage renal disease. Hyperkalemia can be a complication of this condition.
• E11.29: Type 2 diabetes with other kidney complications. Hyperkalemia can occur due to kidney dysfunction caused by diabetes.
• E13.21: Other specified diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy. Hyperkalemia can be a secondary condition in these patients.
• I15.1: Hypertensive heart and renal disease with renal failure. This condition can lead to hyperkalemia due to kidney failure.
• N25.81: Secondary hyperparathyroidism of renal origin. The condition can affect the body's ability to control potassium levels, leading to hyperkalemia.

Which Hyperkalemia ICD Codes Are Billable?

Billable ICD-10 codes represent hyperkalemia-related conditions that require medical attention and intervention. Here's a look:

• E87.5: Yes, the code represents the primary condition of hyperkalemia.
• I12.0: Yes, this code represents a complex condition where hyperkalemia can be one of the complications.
• E11.29: Yes, the code is billable as it signifies type 2 diabetes with kidney complications, which can include hyperkalemia.
• E13.21: Yes, the code denotes other specific types of diabetes with kidney complications, making it billable.
• I15.1: Yes, this code represents hypertensive heart and renal disease with renal failure, a severe condition that can result in hyperkalemia.
• N25.81: Yes, the code is billable because it covers secondary hyperparathyroidism, which may lead to hyperkalemia.

Clinical Information

Hyperkalemia, while not a disease in itself, is a serious medical condition that can lead to severe complications, including cardiac arrhythmias or even sudden death.

• Potassium is essential for nerve and muscle cell functioning, especially for heart muscle cells. Too much potassium can disrupt these functions.
• Hyperkalemia typically does not cause symptoms, but when it does, it can result in muscle weakness, numbness, palpitations, or slow heart rate.
• The condition is typically detected via blood tests when investigating other medical issues or as a part of routine blood tests.
• Hyperkalemia can be a symptom or complication of several diseases, such as kidney disease, Addison's disease, and diabetes.
• Treatment for hyperkalemia generally involves treating the underlying cause, dietary modifications, and in severe cases, urgent medical care.

Synonyms Include:

• High Serum Potassium
• High Blood Potassium
• Hyperpotassemia
• Increased Potassium
• High K+ Levels