ICD Code D86.9
ICD code D86.9 is used to identify sarcoidosis, unspecified, a condition involving abnormal collections of inflammatory cells in the body.
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What is ICD diagnosis code D86.9
ICD code D86.9 is sarcoidosis, unspecified, meaning a diagnosis of sarcoidosis without further detail about the specific organ or system involved.
When to use ICD code D86.9
1. Presence of non-caseating granulomas on tissue biopsy
2. Bilateral hilar lymphadenopathy on chest imaging
3. Pulmonary infiltrates or fibrosis without alternative explanation
4. Exclusion of other granulomatous diseases (e.g., tuberculosis, fungal infections)
5. Multisystem involvement (e.g., skin, eyes, liver, heart, or nervous system)
6. Symptoms such as persistent dry cough, shortness of breath, chest pain, or fatigue
7. Laboratory findings supporting systemic inflammation (e.g., elevated ACE levels, hypercalcemia)
8. Absence of a more specific diagnosis or organ involvement
Billable CPT codes for ICD code D86.9
Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code D86.9 include:
- 99202–99215 (Evaluation and Management services)
- 71045–71048 (Chest X-ray)
- 71250–71270 (CT Chest)
- 31622–31628 (Bronchoscopy procedures)
- 88305 (Tissue examination by pathologist, biopsy)
- 85025 (Complete blood count)
- 86580 (Tuberculosis test, Mantoux)
- 88104 (Cytopathology, fluids, washings)
- 36415 (Collection of venous blood by venipuncture)
- 94010 (Spirometry)
- 94726 (Plethysmography for lung volumes)
- 94640 (Inhalation treatment)
CPT code selection should be based on the specific services rendered for D86.9.
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