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R78.71

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Abnormal lead level in blood

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

What This Code Means

Blood test showing abnormally high levels of lead, a toxic metal that can cause serious health problems, especially in children.

Coding Tips

  • •Always investigate the source of lead exposure and consider reporting requirements for elevated lead levels
  • •Document the specific lead level value and whether this is initial screening or follow-up testing

Excludes 1 — Do NOT code together

Code Hierarchy

└R78Findings of drugs and other substances, not normally found in blood└R78.7Finding of abnormal level of heavy metals in blood└R78.71Abnormal lead level in blood
└R78.71Abnormal lead level in blood

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