Other nutritional anemias (D53) ICD-10-CM
The D53 code range covers other nutritional anemias with 6 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 5 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.
- megaloblastic anemia unresponsive to vitamin B12 or folate therapy
Codes in the D53 Range 6 codes · 5 billable
Clinical Terms in This Code Range
Definitions from the National Library of Medicine for conditions coded in the D53 range.
Diphyllobothriasis
Infection with tapeworms of the genus Diphyllobothrium.
About the D53 Code Range
ICD-10 codes in the D53 series cover various types of nutritional anemias caused by deficiencies in proteins, vitamins, and minerals. These codes help pinpoint specific anemia types related to inadequate nutrition, such as protein deficiency anemia (D53.0), megaloblastic anemias from vitamin B12 or folate problems (D53.1), scorbutic anemia from vitamin C deficiency (D53.2), and other less common nutritional causes (D53.8). There is also a code for unspecified nutritional anemia (D53.9).
These codes are essential for identifying anemia conditions linked to nutritional deficits beyond iron deficiency, including non megaloblastic anemia associated with nutritional deficiency and specialized forms like thiamine-responsive megaloblastic anemia. For example, D53.1 includes a wide range of megaloblastic anemia causes such as pernicious anemia, vitamin B12 deficiency, and folate absorption issues. The code D53.2 applies to anemia from vitamin C deficiency, commonly known as scorbutic anemia. Coders searching for the ICD-10 code for nutritional anemia related to protein or specific vitamin deficiencies will find the D53 codes invaluable for accurate diagnosis and billing. This section supports precise classification for treatment planning and epidemiological tracking of nutritional anemias.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the D53 range?
Of the 6 codes in this range, 5 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 D53 range classify?
The range classifies other nutritional anemias. 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.
