Understand hepatic function panel (HFP) results with this guide for healthcare professionals. Learn about LFTs, liver function tests, ALT, AST, ALP, bilirubin, albumin, and GGT levels in clinical documentation. Explore medical coding for HFP, abnormal liver function tests, and liver disease diagnosis. Improve your understanding of hepatic health, liver panel interpretation, and best practices for patient care.
Also known as
Hepatomegaly and liver function abnormality
Abnormal liver size or function tests.
Diseases of liver
Covers various liver diseases impacting function.
Abnormal liver function tests NOS
Indicates nonspecific abnormal liver function.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the hepatic panel ordered for monitoring a pre-existing condition?
Yes
What condition is being monitored?
No
Are there abnormal findings?
When to use each related code
Description |
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Hepatic Function Panel |
Acute Hepatitis |
Cirrhosis |
Coding hepatic function panel without specifying the underlying condition leading to the test can lead to claim denials and inaccurate data.
Incorrectly billing individual hepatic panel components separately instead of using the comprehensive panel code can trigger audits for overcharging.
Lack of proper documentation supporting the medical necessity of a hepatic function panel can raise red flags for potential inappropriate utilization and fraud.
Patient presents for evaluation of liver function due to [reason for testing; e.g., abnormal liver enzymes on routine bloodwork, fatigue, abdominal pain, jaundice, suspected liver disease]. A comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP) and hepatic function panel (also known as liver function tests or LFTs) were ordered to assess liver health and identify potential underlying etiologies. The hepatic panel includes tests for albumin, total protein, alkaline phosphatase (ALP), alanine aminotransferase (ALT), aspartate aminotransferase (AST), bilirubin (total and direct), and gamma-glutamyl transferase (GGT). Results of the hepatic panel reveal [specific results; e.g., elevated ALT and AST, normal ALP, mildly elevated bilirubin, indicating possible hepatocellular injury]. Differential diagnoses include viral hepatitis, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), alcoholic liver disease, drug-induced liver injury, autoimmune hepatitis, and other less common liver disorders. Patient's medical history includes [relevant medical history; e.g., type 2 diabetes, hyperlipidemia, no history of alcohol abuse]. Current medications include [list medications]. Physical examination findings include [relevant physical exam findings; e.g., normal abdominal exam, no hepatomegaly or splenomegaly, no jaundice]. Based on the patient's presentation, laboratory findings, and medical history, the preliminary diagnosis is [preliminary diagnosis; e.g., suspected NAFLD]. Further investigation with [further tests; e.g., hepatitis panel, liver ultrasound, consultation with gastroenterology] is recommended to confirm the diagnosis and guide treatment. Patient education provided on liver health, lifestyle modifications including diet and exercise, and the importance of follow-up care. ICD-10 code[s] [insert relevant ICD-10 code(s); e.g., K76.0] assigned. CPT code[s] for the hepatic function panel [insert relevant CPT code(s); e.g., 80076] documented for billing purposes.