ICD Code E78-

ICD code E78- is disorders of lipoprotein metabolism and other lipidemias, which includes conditions related to abnormal levels of cholesterol and other fats in the blood.

1. Presence of elevated cholesterol levels detected through laboratory testing

2. Increased levels of triglycerides in the blood

3. Abnormal concentrations of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol

4. Reduced levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol

5. Clinical evidence of lipid metabolism disorders, such as xanthomas or premature atherosclerosis

6. Family history of lipid metabolism abnormalities

7. Absence of secondary causes for lipid abnormalities, such as hypothyroidism or nephrotic syndrome

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code E78- include:

80061 – Lipid panel

82465 – Cholesterol, serum or whole blood, total

83718 – Lipoprotein, direct measurement; high-density cholesterol (HDL cholesterol)

84478 – Triglycerides

82947 – Glucose; quantitative, blood (except reagent strip)

83036 – Hemoglobin; glycosylated (A1C)

96372 – Therapeutic, prophylactic, or diagnostic injection (specify substance or drug); subcutaneous or intramuscular

99201–99499 – Evaluation and management (E/M) services (for office visits, consultations, etc.)

99401–99404 – Preventive medicine counseling and/or risk factor reduction intervention(s)

CPT code selection should be based on the specific services provided and clinical context.

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