D64
Non-Billable

Other anemias

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Other anemias?

ICD-10-CM D64 is the diagnosis code for Other anemias. This code falls under the section "Aplastic and other anemias and other bone marrow failure syndromes" 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for D64

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as D64. They are mutually exclusive:

  • refractory anemia (D46.-)
  • refractory anemia with excess blasts in transformation [RAEB T] (C92.0-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where D64 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 7 entries
D64.0Hereditary sideroblastic anemiaBillableD64.1Secondary sideroblastic anemia due to diseaseBillableD64.2Secondary sideroblastic anemia due to drugs and toxinsBillableD64.3Other sideroblastic anemiasBillableD64.4Congenital dyserythropoietic anemiaBillableD64.8Other specified anemiasNon-BillableD64.81Anemia due to antineoplastic chemotherapyBillableD64.89Other specified anemiasBillableD64.9Anemia, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is D64 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, D64 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does D64 mean?

D64 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other anemias". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is D64 in?

D64 is located in Section D60-D64 — "Aplastic and other anemias and other bone marrow failure syndromes" within Chapter 3 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of D64?

D64 has 7 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: D64.0, D64.1, D64.2, D64.3, D64.4 and more.

When should I use D64?

Use D64 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other 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 anemias?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other anemias is D64.

Can D64 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, D64 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is D64 in?

D64 is in Chapter 3 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from D64?

Type 1 Excludes for D64 include: refractory anemia (D46.-); refractory anemia with excess blasts in transformation [RAEB T] (C92.0-).

Is D64 valid for 2026?

Yes, D64 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousD63.8Anemia in other chronic diseases classified elsewhereNext →D64.0Hereditary sideroblastic anemia
Code Details
D64
Other anemias
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
3 — Diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism (D50-D89)
D60-D64 — Aplastic and other anemias and other bone marrow failure syndromes
2026 ICD-10-CM