D68.62
Billable

Lupus anticoagulant syndrome

Billable / Specific Code

What is Lupus anticoagulant syndrome?

ICD-10-CM D68.62 is the diagnosis code for Lupus anticoagulant syndrome. This code falls under the section "Coagulation defects, purpura and other hemorrhagic conditions" within Chapter 3 — 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.

💡 Inclusions
⛔ Excludes1
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for D68.62

✅ This Code Includes

  • Lupus anticoagulant
  • Presence of systemic lupus erythematosus [SLE] inhibitor

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as D68.62. They are mutually exclusive:

  • lupus anticoagulant (LAC) finding without diagnosis (R76.0)

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

The following conditions are not included in D68.62. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • anticardiolipin syndrome (D68.61)
  • antiphospholipid syndrome (D68.61)
  • lupus anticoagulant (LAC) with hemorrhagic disorder (D68.312)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where D68.62 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is D68.62 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, D68.62 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does D68.62 mean?

D68.62 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Lupus anticoagulant syndrome". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of D68.62?

The parent code of D68.62 is D68.6 ("Other thrombophilia"). D68.62 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is D68.62 in?

D68.62 is located in Section D65-D69 — "Coagulation defects, purpura and other hemorrhagic conditions" within Chapter 3 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use D68.62?

Use D68.62 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Lupus anticoagulant syndrome" 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 Lupus anticoagulant syndrome?

The ICD-10-CM code for Lupus anticoagulant syndrome is D68.62.

Can D68.62 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, D68.62 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is D68.62 in?

D68.62 is in Chapter 3 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from D68.62?

Type 1 Excludes for D68.62 include: lupus anticoagulant (LAC) finding without diagnosis (R76.0).

Is D68.62 valid for 2026?

Yes, D68.62 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousD68.61Antiphospholipid syndromeNext →D68.69Other thrombophilia
Code Details
D68.62
Lupus anticoagulant syndrome
Billable / Specific Code
3 — Diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism (D50-D89)
D65-D69 — Coagulation defects, purpura and other hemorrhagic conditions
2026 ICD-10-CM