Other dietary vitamin B12 deficiency anemia
ICD-10 D51.3 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of other dietary vitamin b12 deficiency anemia.
Other dietary vitamin B12 deficiency anemia is a type of anemia that occurs due to insufficient dietary intake of vitamin B12, which is essential for the production of red blood cells and proper neurological function. This condition can arise from various dietary habits, particularly in individuals who follow strict vegetarian or vegan diets, as vitamin B12 is primarily found in animal products. Symptoms may include fatigue, weakness, pale skin, and neurological issues such as numbness or tingling in the extremities. Diagnosis typically involves blood tests to measure vitamin B12 levels, complete blood count (CBC), and possibly methylmalonic acid levels. Treatment usually consists of dietary modifications to include vitamin B12-rich foods or supplementation, either orally or via intramuscular injections, depending on the severity of the deficiency. Regular monitoring of vitamin B12 levels is essential to ensure effective management and prevent complications associated with prolonged deficiency.
Detailed blood test results, dietary history, and symptom assessment.
Patients presenting with fatigue, pallor, and neurological symptoms.
Need for comprehensive evaluation of other potential causes of anemia.
Assessment of dietary intake and nutritional counseling records.
Patients with restrictive diets or malabsorption syndromes.
Emphasis on dietary education and monitoring of vitamin B12 levels.
Used to evaluate anemia and assess red blood cell indices.
Document the reason for the CBC and any relevant symptoms.
Hematology specialists should ensure comprehensive evaluation of anemia.
Common symptoms include fatigue, weakness, pale skin, and neurological issues such as numbness or tingling in the hands and feet.
Diagnosis is typically made through blood tests that measure vitamin B12 levels, complete blood count (CBC), and possibly methylmalonic acid levels.
Patients are advised to include more vitamin B12-rich foods in their diet, such as meat, fish, dairy products, and fortified cereals, or to consider supplementation.
