Dialysis ICD-10-CM Codes
Explore the ICD-10-CM codes for dialysis procedures, including billable status, clinical information, synonyms, and FAQs, in this comprehensive guide.
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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
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Commonly asked questions
The frequency of dialysis treatments varies but is typically three times a week for hemodialysis and multiple exchanges daily for peritoneal dialysis.
Dialysis is not a cure for kidney disease. It is a supportive therapy that helps replace some kidney functions in patients with kidney failure.
Dialysis is generally not painful, but some patients may experience minor discomfort at the insertion site of the hemodialysis needle or during the draining and filling process of peritoneal dialysis.
