Understanding lymphocytopenia, its diagnosis, and clinical implications is crucial for healthcare professionals. This resource provides information on lymphocyte count, absolute lymphocyte count ALC, low lymphocyte count causes, symptoms of lymphocytopenia, and the associated ICD 10 code. Learn about lymphocytopenia treatment, management, and the role of medical coding in accurate documentation for this condition. Explore relevant clinical documentation improvement CDI strategies and best practices for healthcare providers.
Also known as
Other immunodeficiencies
Includes various immunodeficiencies like lymphocytopenia.
Abnormalities of white blood cells
Covers abnormal white blood cell counts including lymphocytopenia.
Disorders involving the immune mechanism
Includes conditions affecting the immune system which can lead to lymphocytopenia.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the lymphocytopenia due to a drug or other external agent?
Yes
Is the agent specified?
No
Is it due to a disease or other condition?
When to use each related code
Description |
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Low lymphocyte count |
Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) |
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) |
Coding lymphocytopenia without specifying cause (e.g., drug-induced, disease-related) leads to inaccurate severity and reimbursement.
Overlooking lymphocytopenia as a secondary condition to another diagnosis (e.g., HIV, chemotherapy) impacts quality metrics and risk adjustment.
Coding lymphocytopenia based solely on lab results without clinical validation in documentation can trigger denials and compliance issues.
Patient presents with signs and symptoms suggestive of lymphocytopenia, including recurrent infections, fatigue, and enlarged lymph nodes. Differential diagnosis includes viral infections (e.g., HIV, influenza, Epstein-Barr virus), autoimmune disorders (e.g., lupus, rheumatoid arthritis), malnutrition, bone marrow disorders (e.g., aplastic anemia, leukemia), and iatrogenic causes (e.g., chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunosuppressive medications). Complete blood count (CBC) with differential reveals an absolute lymphocyte count (ALC) below the reference range, confirming the diagnosis of lymphocytopenia. Further laboratory investigations, such as immunophenotyping and lymphocyte subset analysis, may be indicated to determine the underlying etiology. Patient education regarding infection prevention strategies is crucial. Treatment will focus on addressing the underlying cause of the low lymphocyte count and may include management of infections, immunomodulatory therapy, or other targeted interventions based on the specific etiology. ICD-10 code D72.829 (Other specified lymphocytopenia) is appropriate for this encounter, along with any additional codes reflecting associated conditions or complications. Follow-up appointments will be scheduled to monitor lymphocyte counts and overall clinical status. Prognosis depends on the underlying cause and response to treatment.