Hemorrhage from throat

This code signifies bleeding originating from the pharynx, larynx, or other unspecified areas within the throat. It indicates active or historical hemorrhage from the upper aerodigestive tract, excluding bleeding from the nose, mouth, or esophagus.

Use this code when documentation specifies hemorrhage from the throat without further anatomical specificity. This applies to conditions like pharyngeal bleeding, laryngeal hemorrhage, or general throat bleeding where a more precise source cannot be identified. Documentation should clearly state "hemorrhage from throat" or similar.

• Do not use for epistaxis (nosebleed) or hemoptysis (coughing up blood from the lungs).
• Always seek more specific documentation regarding the exact anatomical site of bleeding (e.g., pharynx, larynx) if available, as more precise codes exist.
• Sequence this code as a secondary diagnosis if the underlying cause of the hemorrhage is known and coded separately.