ICD-10-CM
ICD-10 code for Iron deficiency anemia: D50.9
The CDC title for "Iron deficiency anemia" is D50 (Iron deficiency anemia), a header that is not billable. When nothing more specific is documented, the billable code is D50.9, Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified.
Source: CDC ICD-10-CM FY2027 order file dated June 16, 2026. Publisher page
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Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for Iron deficiency anemia?
The CDC title for "Iron deficiency anemia" is D50 (Iron deficiency anemia), a header that is not billable. When nothing more specific is documented, the billable code is D50.9, Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified.
Is D50.9 billable?
Yes. D50.9 is a billable code in the FY2027 ICD-10-CM file. Use a more specific code when the record documents one.
What chapter is D50.9 in?
Chapter 3. Diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs.
When do ICD-10-CM codes change?
Every October 1, with the new fiscal year file. Some years add April 1 updates. This page uses the FY2027 file, effective October 1, 2026.