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ICD-10 Coding for Beer Potomania(E87.1, F10.129)

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for Beer Potomania. Includes clinical validation requirements, documentation requirements, and coding pitfalls.

Also known as:

Beer Drinker's HyponatremiaAlcohol-Induced Hyponatremia

Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Beer Potomania

E87.0-E87.9Primary Range

Disorders of fluid, electrolyte and acid-base balance

Includes hyponatremia, which is the primary condition in beer potomania.

Mental and behavioral disorders due to use of alcohol

Includes alcohol use disorders, which are often associated with beer potomania.

Code Comparison: When to Use Each Code

Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection

CodeDescriptionWhen to UseKey Documentation
E87.1Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremiaUse when hyponatremia is confirmed with lab values and linked to beer consumption.
  • Serum sodium <130 mEq/L
  • Urine osmolality <100 mOsm/kg
  • Urine sodium <20 mmol/L
F10.129Alcohol abuse with intoxication, unspecifiedUse when patient consumes beer regularly but does not meet dependence criteria.
  • Documentation of 6-12 beers/day without dependence criteria.

Clinical Decision Support

Always review the patient's clinical documentation thoroughly. When in doubt, choose the more specific code and ensure documentation supports it.

Key Information: ICD-10 code for beer potomania

Essential facts and insights about Beer Potomania

Beer potomania is coded with E87.1 for hyponatremia and F10.129 or F10.229 for alcohol use.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes for beer potomania

Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Billable Code

Decision Criteria

clinical Criteria

  • Presence of low serum sodium and low urine osmolality.

documentation Criteria

  • Documented chronic beer consumption.

Applicable To

  • Hyponatremia

Excludes

Clinical Validation Requirements

  • Serum sodium <130 mEq/L
  • Urine osmolality <100 mOsm/kg
  • Urine sodium <20 mmol/L

Code-Specific Risks

  • Ensure linkage to alcohol use to avoid incorrect coding.

Coding Notes

  • Always sequence E87.1 before F10.xx when documenting beer potomania.

Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that should be used in conjunction with the main diagnosis codes when applicable.

Dehydration

E86.0
Use if hypovolemia is present due to vomiting or diarrhea.

Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions to the primary diagnosis.

Hypernatremia

E87.0
Hypernatremia involves elevated sodium levels, opposite of hyponatremia.

Alcohol dependence with intoxication, unspecified

F10.229
Includes tolerance and withdrawal symptoms.

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common documentation and coding issues when documenting Beer Potomania to ensure proper reimbursement, maintain compliance, and reduce audit risk. These guidelines are particularly important when using ICD-10 code E87.1.

Impact

Clinical: May lead to misdiagnosis of hyponatremia type., Regulatory: Non-compliance with documentation standards., Financial: Potential denial of claims due to incomplete documentation.

Mitigation Strategy

Ensure urine osmolality is measured and recorded., Cross-check lab results with documentation.

Impact

Reimbursement: May lead to incorrect DRG assignment and reimbursement., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines., Data Quality: Inaccurate representation of patient's condition.

Mitigation Strategy

Always code hyponatremia first with E87.1.

Impact

Failure to document the connection between hyponatremia and alcohol consumption.

Mitigation Strategy

Ensure thorough documentation of alcohol use and lab results.

Documentation errors, coding pitfalls, and audit risks are interconnected aspects of medical coding and billing. Addressing all three areas helps ensure accurate coding, optimal reimbursement, and regulatory compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ICD-10 coding for Beer Potomania, with expert answers to help guide accurate code selection and documentation.

Documentation Templates for Beer Potomania

Use these documentation templates to ensure complete and accurate documentation for Beer Potomania. These templates include all required elements for proper coding and billing.

Emergency Department Admission

Specialty: Emergency Medicine

Required Elements

  • Patient's alcohol consumption history
  • Lab results: serum sodium, urine osmolality, urine sodium
  • Assessment of nutritional status

Example Documentation

**HPI**: 56M with 3 days of confusion, found to have Na 115. Reports drinking 18 beers/day x 8 years. No solid food x 1 week. Urine studies: Osm 82, Na 12. **Assessment**: Beer potomania (E87.1, F10.229)

Examples: Poor vs. Good Documentation

Poor Documentation Example
Hyponatremia due to alcohol use
Good Documentation Example
Severe hyponatremia (Na 112) secondary to chronic beer consumption (12 cans/day x 5 years) with urine osmolality 75 mOsm/kg and urine Na 18 mmol/L
Explanation
The good example provides specific lab values and detailed alcohol consumption history, which are necessary for accurate coding.

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