ICD-10-CM Code For Thalassemia: Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) code group D56 includes inherited hemoglobin disorders such as alpha and beta thalassemia and related hemoglobinopathy variants that result in microcytic or hemolytic anemia and varying clinical severity. These ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes are used to document clinical scenarios including baseline disease type, transfusion dependence, complications such as iron overload or organ involvement, and disease severity. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-CM D56 group supports proper claim adjudication and complete clinical documentation and appropriate reimbursement.
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ICD-10-CM D56: Thalassemia Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) code group D56 covers inherited disorders of hemoglobin synthesis leading to chronic hemolytic anemia. These conditions primarily affect red blood cell production and oxygen transport and can involve multiple organ systems due to chronic anemia and iron overload. Accurate coding ensures complete clinical documentation and supports appropriate reimbursement for the complexity of care required.