D56.9
✓ Billable
Thalassemia, unspecified
ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Diseases of the Blood and Blood-Forming Organs
Code
D56.9
System
ICD-10-CM
Billable
Yes — valid for submission
Effective
FY2026
Chapter
Diseases of the Blood and Blood-Forming Organs
Source
CMS / CDC NCHS
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Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code D56.9?
ICD-10-CM code D56.9 represents Thalassemia, unspecified. It is a billable diagnosis code in the Diseases of the Blood and Blood-Forming Organs chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
Is D56.9 billable?
Yes. D56.9 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for insurance claims and clinical documentation.
What chapter is D56.9 in?
D56.9 belongs to the Diseases of the Blood and Blood-Forming Organs chapter (D50–D89) of ICD-10-CM.
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D56.0
Alpha thalassemia
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D56.1
Beta thalassemia
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D56.2
Delta-beta thalassemia
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D56.3
Thalassemia minor
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D56.4
Hereditary persistence of fetal hemoglobin [HPFH]
Billable
D56.5
Hemoglobin E-beta thalassemia
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D56.8
Other thalassemias
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