ICD-10-CM Code D69.2
Other nonthrombocytopenic purpura
Billable Code
Billable codes are sufficient justification for admission to an acute care hospital when used a principal diagnosis.D69.2 is a billable ICD code used to specify a diagnosis of other nonthrombocytopenic purpura. A 'billable code' is detailed enough to be used to specify a medical diagnosis.
The ICD code D69 is used to code Purpura
Purpura is a condition of red or purple discolored spots on the skin that do not blanch on applying pressure. The spots are caused by bleeding underneath the skin usually secondary to vasculitis or dietary deficiency of vitamin C (scurvy). They measure 0.3–1 cm (3–10 mm), whereas petechiae measure less than 3 mm, and ecchymoses greater than 1 cm.
| Specialty: | Dermatology, Hematology |
| MeSH Code: | D011693 |
| ICD 9 Code: | 287 |
Petechiae and purpura on the lower limb due to medication induced vasculitis
Coding Notes for D69.2 Info for medical coders on how to properly use this ICD-10 code
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Inclusion Terms:
Inclusion Terms
Inclusion Terms are a list of concepts for which a specific code is used. The list of Inclusion Terms is useful for determining the correct code in some cases, but the list is not necessarily exhaustive. - Purpura NOS
- Purpura simplex
- Senile purpura
MS-DRG Mapping
- DRG Group #813 - Coagulation disorders.
Related Concepts SNOMET-CT
- Steroid purpura (disorder)
- Itching purpura (disorder)
Coding Advice SNOMET-CT
- Possible requirement for an external cause code
ICD-10-CM Alphabetical Index References for 'D69.2 - Other nonthrombocytopenic purpura'
The ICD-10-CM Alphabetical Index links the below-listed medical terms to the ICD code D69.2. Click on any term below to browse the alphabetical index.
Equivalent ICD-9 Code GENERAL EQUIVALENCE MAPPINGS (GEM)
This is the official exact match mapping between ICD9 and ICD10, as provided by the General Equivalency mapping crosswalk. This means that in all cases where the ICD9 code 287.2 was previously used, D69.2 is the appropriate modern ICD10 code.
Parent Code: D69 - Purpura and other hemorrhagic conditions