AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2022 Issue 4; New/Revised ICD-10-CM Codes
Contrast-Induced Nephropathy
Code N14.1, Nephropathy induced by other drugs, medicaments and biological substances, has been expanded and new codes were created as follows:N14.11, Contrast-induced nephropathy N14.19, Nephropathy induced by other drugs, medicaments and biological substances Contrast-induced nephropathy (CIN) is a rare but extremely serious kidney disorder associated with contrast dyes used in tests such as computerized tomography (CT) and angiograms. CIN is the third leading cause of hospital acquired acute kidney injury (AKI). The risk for CIN can increase for people with a history of heart disease, diabetes, and chronic kidney disease (CKD).The new codes will aid...
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Article Overview
This article explains an ICD-10-CM update related to nephropathy associated with contrast exposure and summarizes the clinical context in which contrast-induced kidney injury may occur. It is aimed at coders, CDI professionals, and other healthcare stakeholders who need to understand the scope of the updated diagnosis category, its reporting relevance, and the general nature of coding guidance discussed in the article.
Why This Topic Matters
It helps readers recognize that a coding change was made for a contrast-related kidney condition and understand why the update matters for tracking, research, and clinical documentation review.
Article Sections
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ICD-10-CM code expansion
Summarizes the diagnosis category update and the newly introduced code structure within the affected ICD-10-CM area.
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Clinical context and reporting relevance
Provides a general overview of the condition, associated clinical setting, and the reason the update is relevant for tracking and research.
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Coding scenario
Presents a brief clinical vignette and discusses the type of coding assignment addressed by the article.
What You Will Learn
- How the article frames an ICD-10-CM expansion related to contrast-associated kidney injury
- The broader clinical context in which the condition may be seen
- Why the update is relevant to documentation, reporting, and research
- That the article includes a coding scenario involving kidney injury and contrast exposure
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding educators
- Clinical documentation specialists
- Revenue cycle and health information professionals
- Quality and research staff
Codes Discussed
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