D45
Billable

Polycythemia vera

Billable / Specific Code

What is Polycythemia vera?

ICD-10-CM D45 is the diagnosis code for Polycythemia vera. 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for D45

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as D45. They are mutually exclusive:

  • familial polycythemia (D75.0)
  • secondary polycythemia (D75.1)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where D45 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is D45 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, D45 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does D45 mean?

D45 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Polycythemia vera". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is D45 in?

D45 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 D45?

Use D45 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Polycythemia vera" 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 Polycythemia vera?

The ICD-10-CM code for Polycythemia vera is D45.

Can D45 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, D45 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is D45 in?

D45 is in Chapter 2 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from D45?

Type 1 Excludes for D45 include: familial polycythemia (D75.0); secondary polycythemia (D75.1).

Is D45 valid for 2026?

Yes, D45 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

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Code Details
D45
Polycythemia vera
Billable / Specific Code
2 — Neoplasms (C00-D49)
D37-D48 — Neoplasms of uncertain behavior, polycythemia vera and myelodysplastic syndromes
2026 ICD-10-CM