Hyperlipidemia ICD-10-CM Code

What ICD-10 Codes Are Used for Hyperlipidemia?

Hyperlipidemia, the medical term for high levels of fats in the blood, has several associated ICD-10-CM codes depending on the specific type and its origin. Here are some commonly used hyperlipidemia ICD codes:

• E78.0 - Pure Hypercholesterolemia: Used when a patient's abnormally high blood cholesterol levels.
• E78.1 - Pure Hyperglyceridemia: Used when a patient's blood triglyceride levels are abnormally high.
• E78.2 - Mixed Hyperlipidemia: Used when cholesterol and triglycerides are high.
• E78.4 - Other Hyperlipidemia: Used for other high blood fat conditions.
• E78.5 - Hyperlipidemia, Unspecified: Used when the specific hyperlipidemia type is unknown or documented.

Which Hyperlipidemia ICD Codes Are Billable?

Each code's billability can vary based on the specifics of the patient's case and the insurance provider's policies.

• E78.0 - Yes, this code for pure hypercholesterolemia is billable.
• E78.1 - Yes, this code for pure hyperglyceridemia is billable.
• E78.2 - Yes, this code for mixed hyperlipidemia is billable.
• E78.4 - Yes, this code for other types of hyperlipidemia is billable.‍
• E78.5 - Yes, this unspecified hyperlipidemia code is also billable.

Clinical Information

Hyperlipidemia, characterized by elevated levels of lipids (fats) in the blood, is a significant risk factor for cardiovascular disease.

• These lipids include cholesterol and triglycerides, which can be harmful when present at high levels.
• Hyperlipidemia often has no symptoms, and many people may not realize they have it until they undergo a lipid panel blood test.
• Lifestyle modifications and medications are the common approaches to manage hyperlipidemia.

Synonyms Include:

• High Cholesterol
• High Triglycerides
• Dyslipidemia
• High Blood Fats
• Hyperlipemia