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D75.838

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Other thrombocytosis

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

This code describes an abnormally high platelet count in the blood that doesn't fit into other specific categories of thrombocytosis. Elevated platelets can increase the risk of blood clots and may indicate an underlying condition that needs investigation.

Coding Tips

  • •Use this code only after ruling out primary thrombocytosis (essential thrombocythemia) and secondary causes like malignancy, inflammation, or medication-induced thrombocytosis, as those have more specific codes
  • •Verify the platelet count value in the lab results and ensure the physician has documented this as thrombocytosis rather than a transient elevation, as some labs may show temporary increases

Code Also

  • underlying condition, if known and applicable

Code Hierarchy

└D75Other and unspecified diseases of blood and blood-forming organs└D75.8Other specified diseases of blood and blood-forming organs└D75.83Thrombocytosis└D75.838Other thrombocytosis
└D75.838Other thrombocytosis

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