What lupus nephritis ICD codes can I use?
Lupus nephritis is a kidney disease that arises from systemic lupus erythematosus, commonly known as lupus. Lupus is one of the diseases classified under the category of autoimmune diseases, where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its cells and organs. This condition can lead to significant consequences for the kidneys and overall health.
If you're looking for a lupus nephritis ICD code to use, it's important to note that there isn't a specific code dedicated to it. However, you can use an ICD-10 code that pertains to systemic lupus erythematosus, specifically those associated with kidney involvement. Here are three options you can consider:
- M32.10 - Systemic lupus erythematosus, organ or system involvement unspecified
This ICD-10 code is intended for use on patients confirmed to have systemic lupus erythematosus. It's only used if the only known fact is that they have the disease. The unspecified part of this means that the specific affected organ isn't known or specified yet. It's best to use a more specific code once the organ is identified.
- M32.14 - Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
This ICD-10 code is intended for use on patients confirmed to have developed glomerular disease as a result of systemic lupus erythematosus. Glomerular disease is characterized by damage to the glomeruli due to lupus, which prevents them from performing their primary function of filtering fluids and waste.
- M32.15 - Tubulo-interstitial nephropathy in systemic lupus erythematosus
This ICD-10 code is meant to be used on a patient confirmed to have developed tubulo–interstitial nephropathy as a result of systemic lupus erythematosus. Tubulo-interstitial nephropathy is characterized by inflammations that affect the kidney's tubules and interstitial tissues. This will result in the patient having fevers, rashes, and/or excessive urination (especially at night).