D47.3
Billable

Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia

Billable / Specific Code

What is Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia?

ICD-10-CM D47.3 is the diagnosis code for Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia. This code falls under the section "Neoplasms of uncertain behavior, polycythemia vera and myelodysplastic syndromes" within Chapter 2 — Neoplasms (C00-D49). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for D47.3

✅ This Code Includes

  • Essential thrombocytosis
  • Idiopathic hemorrhagic thrombocythemia
  • Primary thrombocytosis

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in D47.3. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • reactive thrombocytosis (D75.838)
  • secondary thrombocytosis (D75.838)
  • thrombocythemia NOS (D75.839)
  • thrombocytosis NOS (D75.839)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where D47.3 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is D47.3 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, D47.3 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does D47.3 mean?

D47.3 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of D47.3?

The parent code of D47.3 is D47 ("Other neoplasms of uncertain behavior of lymphoid, hematopoietic and related tissue"). D47.3 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is D47.3 in?

D47.3 is located in Section D37-D48 — "Neoplasms of uncertain behavior, polycythemia vera and myelodysplastic syndromes" within Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use D47.3?

Use D47.3 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia?

The ICD-10-CM code for Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia is D47.3.

Can D47.3 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, D47.3 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is D47.3 in?

D47.3 is in Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is D47.3 valid for 2026?

Yes, D47.3 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

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Code Details
D47.3
Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia
Billable / Specific Code
2 — Neoplasms (C00-D49)
D37-D48 — Neoplasms of uncertain behavior, polycythemia vera and myelodysplastic syndromes
2026 ICD-10-CM