Acute monoblastic/monocytic leukemia, in remission

This code signifies a diagnosis of acute monoblastic or monocytic leukemia that is currently in a state of remission. This means the patient previously had active disease, but now shows no signs or symptoms of the leukemia, and laboratory tests indicate a return to normal bone marrow function.

Use this code when documentation explicitly states acute monoblastic or monocytic leukemia is in remission. This typically follows successful treatment such as chemotherapy or stem cell transplant. Supporting documentation should include physician notes confirming the remission status.

• Do not use this code for active disease; use the appropriate C93.00 code for acute monoblastic/monocytic leukemia, not in remission.
• Always sequence this code after any codes for complications or sequelae related to the leukemia or its treatment.
• Ensure the medical record clearly distinguishes between "in remission" and "history of" to avoid miscoding.