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ICD-10 Coding for Cytosine Monophosphate Disorders(E72.19, E74.8)

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for Cytosine Monophosphate Disorders. Includes clinical validation requirements, documentation requirements, and coding pitfalls.

Also known as:

CMP Metabolism DisordersCytidine Monophosphate Metabolism Issues

Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Cytosine Monophosphate Disorders

E72-E88Primary Range

Metabolic disorders

This range includes codes for metabolic disorders, which are relevant for conditions involving CMP metabolism.

Code Comparison: When to Use Each Code

Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection

CodeDescriptionWhen to UseKey Documentation
E72.19Other disorders of sulfur-bearing amino-acid metabolismUse when CMP metabolism issues are linked to sulfur amino acid disorders.
  • Elevated homocysteine levels
  • Confirmed CMP kinase deficiency
E74.8Other specified disorders of carbohydrate metabolismUse for confirmed CMP kinase deficiencies.
  • CMP kinase activity <15% of normal

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 cytosine monophosphate

Essential facts and insights about Cytosine Monophosphate Disorders

The ICD-10 code for cytosine monophosphate disorders includes E72.19 for sulfur amino acid metabolism disorders and E74.8 for CMP kinase deficiencies.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes for cytosine monophosphate

Other disorders of sulfur-bearing amino-acid metabolism
Billable Code

Decision Criteria

clinical Criteria

  • Elevated homocysteine with confirmed CMP kinase deficiency

Applicable To

  • Homocysteinemia
  • Homocystinuria

Excludes

  • Disorders of branched-chain amino-acid metabolism (E71.1)

Clinical Validation Requirements

  • Elevated homocysteine levels
  • Confirmed CMP kinase deficiency

Code-Specific Risks

  • Misclassification if not confirmed by lab tests

Coding Notes

  • Ensure documentation specifies the exact metabolic disorder and supporting lab results.

Ancillary Codes

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

Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

R79.89
Use for elevated CMP levels without a specific metabolic disorder.

Differential Codes

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

Homocystinuria

E72.11
Use E72.11 when homocystinuria is confirmed without CMP involvement.

Metabolic disorder, unspecified

E88.9
Use E88.9 only when no specific metabolic disorder is identified.

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common documentation and coding issues when documenting Cytosine Monophosphate Disorders to ensure proper reimbursement, maintain compliance, and reduce audit risk. These guidelines are particularly important when using ICD-10 code E72.19.

Impact

Clinical: May lead to misdiagnosis., Regulatory: Non-compliance with documentation standards., Financial: Potential for denied claims.

Mitigation Strategy

Use specific lab results in documentation, Detail genetic testing outcomes

Impact

Reimbursement: May lead to lower DRG weight and reimbursement., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding specificity requirements., Data Quality: Decreases accuracy of clinical data.

Mitigation Strategy

Use specific codes like E74.8 when enzyme deficiencies are confirmed.

Impact

High risk of audit if unspecified codes are used without justification.

Mitigation Strategy

Use specific codes with supporting documentation.

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 Cytosine Monophosphate Disorders, with expert answers to help guide accurate code selection and documentation.

Documentation Templates for Cytosine Monophosphate Disorders

Use these documentation templates to ensure complete and accurate documentation for Cytosine Monophosphate Disorders. These templates include all required elements for proper coding and billing.

CMP Metabolism Disorder with Enzyme Deficiency

Specialty: Genetics

Required Elements

  • Patient demographics
  • Clinical symptoms
  • Lab results
  • Genetic testing outcomes

Example Documentation

Patient exhibits elevated CMP levels with confirmed CMP kinase deficiency via spectrophotometric assay.

Examples: Poor vs. Good Documentation

Poor Documentation Example
Metabolic disorder noted.
Good Documentation Example
CMP kinase activity <10% normal confirmed by assay.
Explanation
The good example provides specific lab results and enzyme activity levels, supporting accurate coding.

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