D72.828

What This Code Means

This code describes an abnormally high number of white blood cells in the blood that doesn't fit into other specific categories of elevated white blood cell counts. It's used when a patient has more white blood cells than normal but the specific type or cause isn't classified elsewhere.

Coding Tips

• •Use this code only after ruling out more specific white blood cell elevation codes (like leukocytosis due to infection, medication, or specific cell types)
• •Always review the clinical documentation to determine if a more specific diagnosis code applies, as this is a catch-all code for unspecified or other elevated WBC conditions