ICD-10-CM · E78.5
ICD-10 E78.5: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Unspecified dyslipidemia; should specify when possible (mixed, hypercholesterolemia, hypertriglyceridemia).
Code
E78.5
Category
Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases (E00-E89)
Clinical context
Unspecified dyslipidemia; should specify when possible (mixed, hypercholesterolemia, hypertriglyceridemia).
Documentation requirements
- Lipid panel results
- Treatment plan if statin or lifestyle modification
Common related procedures
- 80061 lipid panel
- 82465 total cholesterol
- 84478 triglycerides
Common payer denial patterns
- Use more specific code when known (E78.0, E78.2, E78.4)
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10 E78.5 mean?
Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
When is this code documented?
Unspecified dyslipidemia; should specify when possible (mixed, hypercholesterolemia, hypertriglyceridemia).
What documentation supports this code?
Lipid panel results; Treatment plan if statin or lifestyle modification.
What are common denials associated with this diagnosis?
Use more specific code when known (E78.0, E78.2, E78.4).
Related diagnoses
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