D69.0
Billable

Allergic purpura

Billable / Specific Code

What is Allergic purpura?

ICD-10-CM D69.0 is the diagnosis code for Allergic purpura. This code falls under the section "Coagulation defects, purpura and other hemorrhagic conditions" within Chapter 3 โ€” Diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism (D50-D89). 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.

๐Ÿ’ก Inclusions
โ›” Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for D69.0

โœ… This Code Includes

  • Allergic vasculitis
  • Nonthrombocytopenic hemorrhagic purpura
  • Nonthrombocytopenic idiopathic purpura
  • Purpura anaphylactoid
  • Purpura Henoch(-Schรถnlein)
  • Purpura rheumatica
  • Vascular purpura

โ›” Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as D69.0. They are mutually exclusive:

  • thrombocytopenic hemorrhagic purpura (D69.3)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where D69.0 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is D69.0 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, D69.0 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does D69.0 mean?

D69.0 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Allergic purpura". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of D69.0?

The parent code of D69.0 is D69 ("Purpura and other hemorrhagic conditions"). D69.0 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is D69.0 in?

D69.0 is located in Section D65-D69 โ€” "Coagulation defects, purpura and other hemorrhagic conditions" within Chapter 3 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use D69.0?

Use D69.0 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Allergic purpura" 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 Allergic purpura?

The ICD-10-CM code for Allergic purpura is D69.0.

Can D69.0 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, D69.0 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is D69.0 in?

D69.0 is in Chapter 3 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from D69.0?

Type 1 Excludes for D69.0 include: thrombocytopenic hemorrhagic purpura (D69.3).

Is D69.0 valid for 2026?

Yes, D69.0 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
D69.0
Allergic purpura
Billable / Specific Code
3 โ€” Diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism (D50-D89)
D65-D69 โ€” Coagulation defects, purpura and other hemorrhagic conditions
2026 ICD-10-CM