Nash ICD-10-CM Codes

What ICD-10 Codes are Used for Nash?

Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) is a liver disease characterized by fat accumulation in the liver and inflammation. Here are ten commonly used ICD-10-CM codes for NASH, along with brief clinical descriptions:

• K75.81 - Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH): Used for cases of NASH, which is characterized by liver inflammation and fat accumulation due to causes other than alcohol.
• K76.0 - Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified: Applied when fatty liver disease, including NASH, is diagnosed but without further specification.
• K75.89 - Other specified inflammatory liver diseases: Utilized for other specific inflammatory liver diseases, which may include NASH in some cases.
• E83.29 - Other hyperalimentation: Used when NASH is associated with overnutrition or other metabolic conditions.
• E78.5 - Hyperlipidemia, unspecified: Applied when NASH is associated with high levels of lipids (fats) in the blood, which is common in these patients.
• K76.89 - Other specified diseases of the liver: Utilized when NASH is diagnosed but is not classified under a more specific code.
• E61.5 - Hyperhomocysteinemia due to unspecified B group vitamin deficiency: Used for NASH cases associated with elevated homocysteine levels due to unspecified B vitamin deficiency.
• E66.9 - Obesity, unspecified: Applied for NASH cases associated with obesity but without specifying the degree or type.
• K76.9 - Liver disease, unspecified: Utilized for cases where liver disease is diagnosed but the specific liver condition is unspecified.
• K76.4 - Peliosis hepatis: Used when NASH is complicated by peliosis hepatis, a rare condition involving blood-filled cysts in the liver.

Which Nash ICD Codes are Billable?

The billable status of the mentioned ICD-10 codes for NASH varies

• K75.81 - Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH): Yes, billable. Medical expenses related to NASH can be claimed.
• K76.0 - Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified: Not typically billable on its own. Additional details are required for billing.
• K75.89 - Other specified inflammatory liver diseases: Yes, billable. Costs associated with other specific inflammatory liver diseases, including NASH, can be reimbursed.
• E83.29 - Other hyperalimentation: Not typically billable for NASH alone. It may be billable when associated with other conditions.
• E78.5 - Hyperlipidemia, unspecified: Not typically billable for NASH alone. It may be billable when hyperlipidemia is a significant part of the diagnosis.
• K76.89 - Other specified diseases of the liver: Yes, billable. Medical expenses for other specific liver diseases, including NASH, can be claimed.
• E61.5 - Hyperhomocysteinemia due to unspecified B group vitamin deficiency: Not typically billable for NASH alone. It may be billable when associated with other conditions.
• E66.9 - Obesity, unspecified: Not typically billable for NASH alone. It may be billable when obesity is a significant part of the diagnosis.
• K76.9 - Liver disease, unspecified: Not typically billable for NASH alone. It may be billable when associated with other conditions.
• K76.4 - Peliosis hepatis: Yes, billable. Medical expenses for NASH complicated by peliosis hepatis can be claimed.

Clinical Information

• Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) is a type of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) characterized by inflammation and damage.
• NASH is often associated with metabolic conditions such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, and high cholesterol.
• Diagnosis involves a combination of clinical evaluation, imaging (ultrasound, CT, MRI), and liver biopsy.
• Management strategies include lifestyle modifications, such as weight loss, dietary changes, and increased physical activity.
• Medications may be considered to manage risk factors and comorbid conditions like diabetes.
• Regular monitoring is essential to assess liver function and disease progression.
• Progression of NASH can lead to cirrhosis and liver failure, making early diagnosis and intervention critical.
• Healthcare practitioners should educate patients on adherence to treatment plans, lifestyle changes, and regular follow-up to manage NASH effectively.

Synonyms Include

• Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis
• NASH Liver Disease
• Fatty Liver Disease
• Inflammatory Liver Disease
• Liver Inflammation
• NASH ICD-10