Elevated Alk Phos ICD-10-CM Codes

Is the Elevated Alk Phos ICD code Billable: 

Yes, the code used for elevated alkaline phosphatase, R74.8: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes, is billable. However, it’s important to note that it can’t be used as the principal diagnosis. 

Clinical Information

• Elevated alkaline phosphatase levels in one’s blood signify possible issues or concerns with one’s liver, bones, gallbladder, intestines, and pancreas. It may also indicate other concerns, such as cancerous tumors in the kidney and malnutrition.
• Symptoms of elevated alkaline phosphatase depend on the cause. If the cause is the liver, symptoms may be weight loss, fatigue, weakness, jaundice, swelling/pain in the stomach, and dark-colored urine. On the other hand, if the cause is a bone disorder, the symptoms may be bone/joint pain, frequent bone fractures, or oddly shaped bones. 
• A practitioner will test the patient’s blood to check their alkaline phosphatase level. Aside from that, the practitioner will also have to consider the patient’s age, gender, blood type, and if they’re pregnant before determining if the patient’s alkaline phosphatase is elevated or within range, depending on the factors mentioned. 
• Treatments are mostly to reduce one’s level of alkaline phosphatase. A patient can do this by taking medication for a disease, supplements that protect one’s liver, avoiding substances/caffeine, and living a healthier lifestyle. 

Synonyms Include:

• Alkaline phosphatase raised
• Elevated alkaline phosphatase
• Alkaline phosphatase bone isoenzyme raised
• Alkaline phosphatase level-finding