ICD-10-CM D63.8: Anemia in other chronic diseases classified elsewhere

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for D63.8

Anemia in other chronic diseases classified elsewhere

Coding Notes & Guidelines for D63.8

Code First
  • underlying disease, such as:
  • diphyllobothriasis (B70.0)
  • hookworm disease (B76.0-B76.9)
  • hypothyroidism (E00.0-E03.9)
  • malaria (B50.0-B54)
  • symptomatic late syphilis (A52.79)
  • tuberculosis (A18.89)

Parent Code (Less Specific):

About ICD-10-CM Code D63.8 (Anemia in other chronic diseases classified elsewhere)

ICD-10-CM code D63.8 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 D63.8 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about D63.8 - Anemia in other chronic diseases classified elsewhere. 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 Anemia in other chronic diseases classified elsewhere.