Iron deficiency anemia (D50) ICD-10-CM
The D50 code range covers iron deficiency anemia with 5 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 4 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2026, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Includes
This note appears immediately under a three character code title to further define, or give examples of, the content of the category.
- asiderotic anemia
- hypochromic anemia
Codes in the D50 Range 5 codes · 4 billable
Clinical Terms in This Code Range
Definitions from the National Library of Medicine for conditions coded in the D50 range.
Restless Legs Syndrome
A disorder characterized by aching or burning sensations in the lower and rarely the upper extremities that occur prior to sleep or may awaken the patient from sleep.
About the D50 Code Range
ICD-10 code D50 covers iron deficiency anemia and its specific types, which include anemia caused by chronic blood loss, nutritional shortages, and other underlying conditions. These codes help classify the precise cause and nature of iron deficiency anemia for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
The ICD-10 code for iron deficiency anemia (D50) includes several subcategories that address different causes. For example, D50.0 is used when anemia results from long-term blood loss, also known as normocytic anemia due to chronic blood loss. D50.1 identifies sideropenic dysphagia, also called Plummer-Vinson syndrome or esophageal web, highlighting the connection between anemia and swallowing difficulties. Other types of iron deficiency anemia fall under D50.8, which includes cases related to dietary insufficiency, increased iron requirements in infancy or adolescence, and conditions like celiac disease or hereditary forms. When the cause is not clearly specified, D50.9 is applied, encompassing iron deficiency anemia during pregnancy, restless leg syndrome related to iron deficiency, and idiopathic hypochromic anemia. This detailed coding supports healthcare professionals and medical coders in pinpointing the specific form of iron deficiency anemia for accurate clinical documentation.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the D50 range?
Of the 5 codes in this range, 4 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the D50 range classify?
The range classifies iron deficiency anemia. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
