Folate deficiency anemia
In Nutritional anemias (D50-D53), chapter 3: Diseases of the Blood and Blood-Forming Organs
4 billable codes under D52: none are a CC or MCC; none map to an HCC.
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Instructional notes
Excludes1: not coded here, use a different code
- folate deficiency without anemia (E53.8)
Official coding guidelines
From the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, FY 2027 (CMS and NCHS). Links open the PDF at the right page.
There are no chapter-specific rules for Chapter 3 yet, so the general rules in Section I.B apply.
All codes under D52
D52 can't be used on a claim. Pick a billable code below; grey headings group them.
D52 MS-DRGs
As the principal diagnosis, all 4 billable codes under D52 group to MS-DRG 811 or 812 (v44.0). Which one applies depends on procedures performed, secondary diagnoses (CC/MCC), and the patient's age and discharge status.
Other codes that refer to D52
Notes on these codes point to D52.
- E53.8 Excludes1: folate deficiency anemia (D52.-)
About the condition
Plain-language background from MedlinePlus (National Library of Medicine), not coding guidance.
Anemia
If you have anemia, your blood does not carry enough oxygen to the rest of your body. The most common cause of anemia is not having enough iron. Your body needs iron to make hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is an iron-rich protein that gives the red color to blood. It carries oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body.
Read more about anemia on MedlinePlusFolic Acid
Folic acid is a B vitamin. It helps the body make healthy new cells. Everyone needs folic acid. For women who may get pregnant, it is really important. Getting enough folic acid before and during pregnancy can prevent major birth defects of her baby's brain or spine.
Read more about folic acid on MedlinePlusCode history
Valid since FY2016, when ICD-10-CM took effect on October 1, 2015. No changes since.