ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for Intertropical anemia
Anemia in other chronic diseases classified elsewhere
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Anemia (essential) (general) (hemoglobin deficiency) (infantile) (primary) (profound) › intertropical”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding Intertropical anemia
The ICD-10-CM code for Intertropical anemia is D63.8 (Anemia in other chronic diseases classified elsewhere).
Within D63, choose D63.8 (other chronic diseases classified elsewhere) only when documentation doesn't support a more specific option: neoplastic disease (D63.0) and chronic kidney disease (D63.1).
Code first underlying disease, such as: diphyllobothriasis (B70.0), hookworm disease (B76.0-B76.9), hypothyroidism (E00.0-E03.9), malaria (B50.0-B54) and 2 more.
It is not a CC or MCC, so as a secondary diagnosis it doesn't change the MS-DRG severity level.
Common questions about Intertropical anemia ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for Intertropical anemia?
- D63.8 — Anemia in other chronic diseases classified elsewhere.
Is D63.8 billable?
- Yes. D63.8 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can D63.8 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- No. It is a manifestation code, so it describes the effect of an underlying disease and can't be the principal diagnosis. Code the underlying condition first.
Is D63.8 a CC or MCC?
- No. D63.8 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.