Chronic kidney disease
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · also known as CKD, kidney disease
N18.9BillableChronic kidney disease, unspecifiedView code details →The ICD-10-CM code for chronic kidney disease is N18.9 — Chronic kidney disease, unspecified. This code is billable for diagnosis and reimbursement.
What this means for your family
Chronic kidney disease means the kidneys are filtering less well over time. N18.9 is the unspecified stage. Caught and managed early, its progress can often be slowed for years — through blood-pressure control, medication review, diet, and steady monitoring.
Your first steps
- →Ask for your stage and your eGFR number, plus the target to protect kidney function.
- →Review every medication and supplement — some need adjusting with kidney disease.
- →Ask whether a kidney specialist (nephrologist) or dietitian should join the team.
Questions to ask your care team
- ?What stage am I, and what's the plan to slow progression?
- ?Which medications or supplements should I stop or adjust?
- ?What diet and blood-pressure targets should I aim for?
Sources: MedlinePlus (NIH/NLM)
For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Talk to your care team about your situation.
How Eleplan helps with chronic kidney disease
- Track eGFR and other labs over time in one plan — Ellie shows the trend.
- Keep a complete medication list handy so every provider can check it against your kidneys.
- Care Monitoring keeps the regular labs and follow-ups on schedule.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICD-10 code for chronic kidney disease?
The ICD-10-CM code for chronic kidney disease is N18.9 (Chronic kidney disease, unspecified).
Is N18.9 a billable code?
Yes — N18.9 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement.
What else is chronic kidney disease called?
Chronic kidney disease is also known as CKD, kidney disease.
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