Short answer · Medically reviewed summary · Last updated: 2023-07-10
Hepatorenal syndrome (HRS) is a serious condition characterized by progressive kidney failure in individuals with advanced liver disease. It occurs due to impaired blood flow to the kidneys, leading to renal dysfunction.
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ICD10 code of Hepatorenal Syndrome and ICD9 code
ICD-10 and ICD-9 codes for Hepatorenal Syndrome, with classification details for clinicians, coders and patients.
Hepatorenal syndrome (HRS) is a serious condition characterized by progressive kidney failure in individuals with advanced liver disease. It occurs due to impaired blood flow to the kidneys, leading to renal dysfunction. In the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10), the specific code for hepatorenal syndrome is K76.7. This code falls under the chapter for "Diseases of the digestive system" (K00-K95) and the subcategory for "Other diseases of liver" (K70-K77).
In the previous version, the ICD-9 code for hepatorenal syndrome was 572.4. This code was classified under the chapter "Diseases of the digestive system" (codes 520-579) and the subcategory "Chronic liver disease and cirrhosis" (codes 571-573).
It is important to note that the ICD codes are used for medical billing, research, and statistical purposes. They provide a standardized way to classify and document various diseases and conditions. Healthcare professionals utilize these codes to accurately identify and communicate specific diagnoses, ensuring effective treatment and appropriate reimbursement.
In the previous version, the ICD-9 code for hepatorenal syndrome was 572.4. This code was classified under the chapter "Diseases of the digestive system" (codes 520-579) and the subcategory "Chronic liver disease and cirrhosis" (codes 571-573).
It is important to note that the ICD codes are used for medical billing, research, and statistical purposes. They provide a standardized way to classify and document various diseases and conditions. Healthcare professionals utilize these codes to accurately identify and communicate specific diagnoses, ensuring effective treatment and appropriate reimbursement.
Author: DiseaseMaps Editorial Team
Reviewed against authoritative medical sources (NIH GARD, Orphanet, OMIM)
Last updated: 2023-07-10
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