Genetic susceptibility to kidney disease

This code indicates a patient has a heightened genetic predisposition to developing kidney disease. It signifies that genetic factors have been identified that increase their risk, even if they do not currently exhibit signs or symptoms of kidney dysfunction.

Use this code when genetic testing or family history strongly suggests an inherited susceptibility to kidney disorders. This is appropriate for patients undergoing prophylactic monitoring or genetic counseling due to identified genetic markers for kidney disease.

• Do not use this code if the patient already has a diagnosed kidney disease; instead, code the specific kidney condition.
• This code can be used as a secondary diagnosis to explain the rationale for genetic testing or increased surveillance.
• Ensure documentation clearly supports the genetic susceptibility, such as genetic test results or a strong, documented family history.