Asked by Megan Driggers on Apr 29, 2024
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Which code is used to report a patient with protein deficiency anemia?
A) D53.0
B) D53.1
C) D53.2
D) D53.8
Protein Deficiency Anemia
A condition where a lack of protein in the diet leads to a reduction in the body's ability to produce healthy red blood cells, causing anemia.
- Select the proper diagnostic codes for several hematologic disorders and conditions.
- Classify different anemias based on dietary deficiencies and their diagnostic codes.
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CI
Chinenye IhediohaMay 04, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
According to the ICD-10-CM, D53.0 is the code for protein deficiency anemia.
Learning Objectives
- Select the proper diagnostic codes for several hematologic disorders and conditions.
- Classify different anemias based on dietary deficiencies and their diagnostic codes.