DX code for abnormal blood levels

[Bellaboo]

Docs consistently submit dx of abnormal CPK and also abnormal troponin
Questioning the coding for these specific tests
Thanks!

[CHaslam]

For abnormal troponins I use 796.4 Findings, abnormal, lab test

[NaliniAAPC]

Hi,
For abnormal CPK and also abnormal troponin use 790.99(Other non specific finidings on examination of blood) other.

Regards,
Nalini CPC

[vj_tiwari]

Hey,

I think 790.99 is more appropriate. I agree with Nalini.

VJ.