E87.4
BillableMixed disorder of acid-base balance
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A complex condition where the blood has simultaneous problems with both acidity and alkalinity, creating an imbalanced chemical state.
Coding Tips
- •This code indicates concurrent acid-base disturbances; document both components if available
- •Often seen in critically ill patients with multiple organ involvement
Code Hierarchy
└E87Other disorders of fluid, electrolyte and acid-base balance└E87.4Mixed disorder of acid-base balance
└E87.4Mixed disorder of acid-base balance