What is the ICD-10 code for elevated liver function tests?

The ICD-10 code for elevated liver function tests, specifically elevated liver transaminases, is R74.01. This code is used when ALT and AST levels are elevated without a specific liver disease diagnosis.

When should R74.01 be used?

R74.01 should be used when ALT and AST levels are elevated and there is no confirmed liver disease diagnosis. Physician documentation must specify 'elevated transaminases'.

ICD-10 Coding for Elevated Liver Function Tests(R74.01, K76.9, R74.02)

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Learn about the ICD-10 coding for elevated liver function tests, including when to use R74.01 and documentation requirements for accurate coding.

Also known as:

Elevated LFTsAbnormal Liver EnzymesIncreased Liver Function Tests

Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Elevated Liver Function Tests

R00-R99Primary Range

Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified

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Code Comparison: When to Use Each Code

Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection

Code	Description	When to Use	Key Documentation
R74.01	Elevated liver transaminases	Use when ALT and AST are elevated without a specific liver disease diagnosis.	ALT >40 U/L and AST >40 U/L No confirmed liver diagnosis
R74.02	Elevated LDH	Use when LDH is elevated and confirmed to be of hepatic origin.	LDH >250 U/L No hemolytic process documented

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels

R74.01Billable

Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Liver disorder, unspecifiedK76.9

Elevated liver transaminasesR74.01

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting Elevated Liver Function Tests.

Using R74.01 for any abnormal liver test without physician documentation.

Impact

Clinical: Misrepresentation of patient condition., Regulatory: Potential audit issues., Financial: Claim denials due to improper coding.

Mitigation

Verify physician documentation before coding., Educate staff on coding requirements.

Coding elevated LFTs based solely on lab results.

Impact

Reimbursement: May lead to denied claims if not properly documented., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines., Data Quality: Inaccurate clinical data representation.

Mitigation

Require physician documentation stating 'elevated LFTs'.

Coding from lab results

Impact

Risk of coding elevated LFTs without physician documentation.

Mitigation

Require physician notes before coding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Documentation requirements, coding pitfalls and FAQs for conditions coded with R74.01.

Primary Code

R74.01

Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels

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ICD-10 Coding for Elevated Liver Function Tests(R74.01, K76.9, R74.02)

Documentation & Coding Risks

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for elevated liver function tests?

When should R74.01 be used?

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