Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission

This code signifies a diagnosis of acute myeloblastic leukemia (AML) that is currently active and has not yet responded to treatment to the point of achieving remission. It indicates the initial or ongoing phase of the disease where the bone marrow is producing an excess of immature myeloid blasts.

Apply this code for patients newly diagnosed with AML or those undergoing initial induction chemotherapy who have not yet achieved a state of remission. Documentation should clearly state "acute myeloblastic leukemia" and explicitly indicate "not having achieved remission" or similar phrasing such as "active disease" or "initial presentation."

• Do not use this code if the patient has achieved remission, even if they are still receiving maintenance therapy.
• Distinguish carefully from other types of acute leukemia; ensure "myeloblastic" is documented.
• Sequence this code as the primary diagnosis when AML is the reason for the encounter.