Myeloid leukemia, unspecified, not having achieved remission

This code signifies a diagnosis of myeloid leukemia where the specific type (e.g., acute, chronic) is not documented, and the patient has not yet achieved remission. It indicates an active, undifferentiated myeloid malignancy.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states "myeloid leukemia, unspecified" and there is no mention of remission status, or it explicitly states "not in remission." This is appropriate for initial diagnoses or follow-up encounters where remission has not been attained or is not documented.

• Do not use if a more specific type of myeloid leukemia (e.g., acute myeloid leukemia, chronic myeloid leukemia) is documented.
• Requires physician documentation of "myeloid leukemia, unspecified" and confirmation of active disease or lack of remission.
• Sequence as the primary diagnosis when it is the reason for the encounter, or as a secondary diagnosis if it impacts treatment for another condition.