D55
Non-Billable

Anemia due to enzyme disorders

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Anemia due to enzyme disorders?

ICD-10-CM D55 is the diagnosis code for Anemia due to enzyme disorders. 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for D55

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as D55. They are mutually exclusive:

  • drug-induced enzyme deficiency anemia (D59.2)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where D55 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 6 entries
D55.0Anemia due to glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase [G6PD] deficiencyBillableD55.1Anemia due to other disorders of glutathione metabolismBillableD55.2Anemia due to disorders of glycolytic enzymesNon-BillableD55.21Anemia due to pyruvate kinase deficiencyBillableD55.29Anemia due to other disorders of glycolytic enzymesBillableD55.3Anemia due to disorders of nucleotide metabolismBillableD55.8Other anemias due to enzyme disordersBillableD55.9Anemia due to enzyme disorder, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is D55 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, D55 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does D55 mean?

D55 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Anemia due to enzyme disorders". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is D55 in?

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

What are the sub-codes of D55?

D55 has 6 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: D55.0, D55.1, D55.2, D55.3, D55.8 and more.

When should I use D55?

Use D55 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Anemia due to enzyme disorders" 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 Anemia due to enzyme disorders?

The ICD-10-CM code for Anemia due to enzyme disorders is D55.

Can D55 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, D55 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is D55 in?

D55 is in Chapter 3 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from D55?

Type 1 Excludes for D55 include: drug-induced enzyme deficiency anemia (D59.2).

Is D55 valid for 2026?

Yes, D55 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousD53.9Nutritional anemia, unspecifiedNext →D55.0Anemia due to glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase [G6PD] deficiency
Code Details
D55
Anemia due to enzyme disorders
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