D59.1
Non-Billable

Other autoimmune hemolytic anemias

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Other autoimmune hemolytic anemias?

ICD-10-CM D59.1 is the diagnosis code for Other autoimmune hemolytic anemias. This code falls under the section "Hemolytic anemias" within Chapter 3 — Diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism (D50-D89). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for D59.1

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

The following conditions are not included in D59.1. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • Evans syndrome (D69.41)
  • hemolytic disease of newborn (P55.-)
  • paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria (D59.6)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where D59.1 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 5 entries
D59.10Autoimmune hemolytic anemia, unspecifiedBillableD59.11Warm autoimmune hemolytic anemiaBillableD59.12Cold autoimmune hemolytic anemiaBillableD59.13Mixed type autoimmune hemolytic anemiaBillableD59.19Other autoimmune hemolytic anemiaBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is D59.1 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, D59.1 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does D59.1 mean?

D59.1 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other autoimmune hemolytic anemias". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of D59.1?

The parent code of D59.1 is D59 ("Acquired hemolytic anemia"). D59.1 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is D59.1 in?

D59.1 is located in Section D55-D59 — "Hemolytic anemias" within Chapter 3 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of D59.1?

D59.1 has 5 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: D59.10, D59.11, D59.12, D59.13, D59.19.

When should I use D59.1?

Use D59.1 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other autoimmune hemolytic anemias" 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 Other autoimmune hemolytic anemias?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other autoimmune hemolytic anemias is D59.1.

Can D59.1 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, D59.1 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is D59.1 in?

D59.1 is in Chapter 3 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is D59.1 valid for 2026?

Yes, D59.1 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
D59.1
Other autoimmune hemolytic anemias
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
3 — Diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism (D50-D89)
D55-D59 — Hemolytic anemias
2026 ICD-10-CM