Transaminitis ICD-10-CM Codes

What transaminitis ICD codes can I use?

While there are no transaminitis ICD codes, you can still use the following ICD codes for clinical documentation:

• R74.01 - Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels

This ICD-10 code is meant to be used on a patient confirmed to have elevated levels of liver transaminase. This is the specific ICD-10 code you’re looking for. It’s just phrased differently.

• R89.0 - Abnormal level of enzymes in specimens from other organs, systems and tissues

This ICD-10 code is meant to be used on a patient confirmed to have an abnormal level of enzymes in some other organ, system, and/or tissue. You can use this for transaminitis since transaminase is a liver enzyme. While this is another option, it’s best to use Item 1.

Note that both ICD-10 codes don’t count as principal diagnoses. Elevated transaminase levels are caused by something else, so the principal diagnosis should be for what’s causing transaminase levels to rise.

Are both of these transaminitis ICD codes billable?

Yes. Both of these transaminitis-related ICD-10 codes are valid and billable despite not being valid as principal diagnoses.

Clinical information about transaminitis:

• Transaminitis is characterized by increased levels of certain enzymes, known as transaminases, in the liver. In particular, Alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and Aspartate aminotransferase (AST).
• It is commonly detected through liver function tests, which measure the levels of liver enzymes and proteins in the blood.
• Key causes of transaminitis include viral hepatitis, alcoholic liver disease, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), and drug-induced liver injury.
• Symptoms may be subtle or nonexistent in the early stages. In more severe cases, symptoms can include fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, and jaundice.
• Management and treatment of transaminitis typically involve addressing the underlying condition contributing to the enzyme elevation. This could range from lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise, to antiviral medications or cessation of a harmful medication.
• Regular monitoring of liver enzyme levels is critical to assess the response to treatment and progression of the underlying liver disease.

Synonyms include:

• Elevated level of transaminase and lactic acid dehydrogenase
• Aspartate transaminase level
• Increased aspartate transaminase level