51Occurrence CodeESRD

Reports the date of the patient's last Kt/V dialysis adequacy reading.

Related ESRD codes

33Reports the start date of the ESRD Medicare coordination period, when an employer group health plan is primary.48Reports the patient's most recent hemoglobin reading.49Reports the patient's hematocrit reading before EPO administration.

Frequently asked questions

What does occurrence code 51 mean?

Reports the date of the patient's last Kt/V dialysis adequacy reading.

What category is occurrence code 51 in?

51 falls under the ESRD category of UB-04 occurrence codes.

Descriptions sourced from CMS Medicare Claims Processing Manual. Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making billing decisions.