Hyperammonemia ICD-10-CM Codes

Apart from Item 5 above, no other ICD codes specify hyperammonemia in their names.

Healthcare professionals will count the ammonia amounts in the blood via a blood test. They may also ask for urine samples from the patient. Hyperammonemia can cause damage to the brain, so they might also conduct imaging tests to check for any damage.

That depends. Hyperammonemia is a symptom of a much larger problem, so whatever is causing the hyperammonemia needs to be addressed. In terms of managing it, making lifestyle changes helps. Changes can include a diet that doesn’t contain trans fats or high fructose, avoiding alcohol, avoiding red meat, and taking required medication as instructed (nothing more, nothing less).