ICD Code E87.79

ICD code E87.79 is used to indicate other types of fluid overload in the body that are not classified elsewhere, such as excessive accumulation of fluids that can cause swelling or other complications.

1. Evidence of excessive accumulation of fluid in the body not attributable to heart failure, renal failure, or liver disease

2. Clinical signs such as generalized edema, rapid weight gain, or swelling in extremities

3. Laboratory findings indicating abnormal fluid balance (e.g., low serum sodium, hemodilution)

4. History of excessive intravenous fluid administration, blood transfusions, or other iatrogenic causes

5. Absence of primary cardiac, hepatic, or renal etiology for the fluid overload

6. Symptoms including shortness of breath, increased blood pressure, or decreased urine output

7. Imaging studies (e.g., chest X-ray, ultrasound) showing fluid accumulation without evidence of heart, liver, or kidney failure

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code E87.79 include:

- 96360: Intravenous infusion, hydration; initial, 31 minutes to 1 hour

- 96361: Intravenous infusion, hydration; each additional hour

- 36415: Collection of venous blood by venipuncture

- 99201–99215: Evaluation and management (E/M) office or other outpatient services

- 99221–99223: Initial hospital care, per day, for the evaluation and management of a patient

- 99231–99233: Subsequent hospital care, per day, for the evaluation and management of a patient

- 93000: Electrocardiogram, routine ECG with at least 12 leads; with interpretation and report

- 71045: Radiologic examination, chest; single view

CPT code selection should be based on the specific services provided in the management of E87.79.

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