What is the coding for neoplasm-related anemia?

The coding for neoplasm-related anemia is represented by D63.0. This specific code is designated for anemia in the context of a neoplasm, indicating that the anemia is a direct complication of the presence of a neoplastic condition, such as cancer.

Neoplasm-related anemia can occur due to several factors associated with tumors, including the effects of the neoplasm on bone marrow function, blood loss due to bleeding from the tumor, or as a side effect of treatments like chemotherapy. Since D63.0 specifically addresses anemia that is related to a neoplasm, it is the most accurate and relevant choice for coding in this scenario.

The other options provided do not correlate directly with neoplasm-related anemia. While the range of codes C00-D49 (malignant neoplasms and other neoplasms) includes codes for various types of neoplasms and related malignant conditions, it does not specify anemia, which is critical for accurate coding. Similarly, the F01-F09 codes pertain to mental disorders, which are unrelated to hematological conditions, while D50 focuses on iron deficiency anemia, not specifically linked to a neoplasm. Therefore, D63.0 is the precise code needed for neoplasm-related anemia.