ICD-10-CM D56.9: Thalassemia, unspecified

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for D56.9

Thalassemia, unspecified

Coding Notes & Guidelines for D56.9

Inclusion Terms

Mediterranean anemia (with other hemoglobinopathy)

Parent Code (Less Specific):

About ICD-10-CM Code D56.9 (Thalassemia)

ICD-10-CM code D56.9 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM D56.9 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about D56.9 - Thalassemia, unspecified. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Thalassemia related to unspecified.