D89.44
Billable

Hereditary alpha tryptasemia

Billable / Specific Code

What is Hereditary alpha tryptasemia?

ICD-10-CM D89.44 is the diagnosis code for Hereditary alpha tryptasemia. This code falls under the section "Certain disorders involving the immune mechanism" 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.

Coding Guidelines for D89.44

Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where D89.44 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is D89.44 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, D89.44 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does D89.44 mean?

D89.44 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Hereditary alpha tryptasemia". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of D89.44?

The parent code of D89.44 is D89.4 ("Mast cell activation syndrome and related disorders"). D89.44 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is D89.44 in?

D89.44 is located in Section D80-D89 — "Certain disorders involving the immune mechanism" within Chapter 3 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use D89.44?

Use D89.44 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Hereditary alpha tryptasemia" 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 Hereditary alpha tryptasemia?

The ICD-10-CM code for Hereditary alpha tryptasemia is D89.44.

Can D89.44 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, D89.44 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is D89.44 in?

D89.44 is in Chapter 3 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is D89.44 valid for 2026?

Yes, D89.44 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
D89.44
Hereditary alpha tryptasemia
Billable / Specific Code
3 — Diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism (D50-D89)
D80-D89 — Certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
2026 ICD-10-CM