Non-specific code 2010 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 280
Iron deficiency anemias
  • There are 4 ICD-9-CM codes below 280 that define this diagnosis in greater detail. Do not use this code on a reimbursement claim.
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280 Includes
  • anemia:
    • asiderotic
    • hypochromic-microcytic
    • sideropenic
280 Excludes
  • familial microcytic anemia (282.49)
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