ICD-9-CM 272.9 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 272.9 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015. For claims with a date of service on or after October 1, 2015, use an equivalent ICD-10-CM code (or codes).
2015/16 ICD-10-CM E78.9 Disorder of lipoprotein metabolism, unspecified
Approximate Synonyms
Abnl cholesterol
Abnl lipid deposition
Abnormal lipid deposits
Bile acid and cholesterol metabolism disorder
Cholesterol, abnormal
disorder of lipid metabolism
Lipid metabolism disorder
Serum cholesterol abnormal
Clinical Information
An inherited metabolic disorder that affects the metabolism of the lipids. Representative examples include gaucher disease, tay-sachs disease, and niemann-pick disease
Condition in which there is a deviation or interruption in the processing of lipids in the body: synthesis, absorption, transport, storage, and utilization
Pathological conditions resulting from abnormal anabolism or catabolism of lipids in the body