Sideropenic dysphagia

This code represents sideropenic dysphagia, also known as Plummer-Vinson syndrome or Paterson-Kelly syndrome. It is a rare condition characterized by iron deficiency anemia, esophageal webs, and difficulty swallowing (dysphagia). The dysphagia is typically due to the formation of webs or strictures in the upper esophagus.

Assign this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of sideropenic dysphagia, Plummer-Vinson syndrome, or Paterson-Kelly syndrome. Supporting documentation should include evidence of iron deficiency anemia and dysphagia, often with endoscopic findings of esophageal webs. This code is appropriate when the dysphagia is directly attributed to the iron deficiency and associated esophageal changes.

• Ensure documentation specifies both iron deficiency and dysphagia, and ideally, the presence of esophageal webs.
• Do not code iron deficiency anemia separately if it is an integral component of the sideropenic dysphagia diagnosis.
• Consider sequencing this code as the primary diagnosis when it is the main reason for the encounter.