Coding Clinic Commentary: Hyperlactatemia

By Faye Kelly, RHIT, CCS|2026-06-18T20:44:53-04:00June 18th, 2026|Coders' Corner|0 Comments

Laboratory studies show persistently elevated lactate levels and the provider documents hyperlactatemia. How should this be coded in ICD-10-CM? Join Faye Kelly, RHIT, CCS, for this brief (!) video preview of Libman Education’s Coding Clinic Commentary for Q2 2026 on the topic “Hyperlactatemia.”

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About the Author: Faye Kelly, RHIT, CCS

Faye Kelly is a broadly experienced HIM professional and trainer. Having worked in a hospital setting for over 30 years including as an HIM Director with oversight of Coding and CDI, Faye now applies her extensive knowledge of the HIM function to write, develop and lead focused training for coders, CDI professionals, physicians, and nurses on outpatient and inpatient coding; case mix index; reimbursement systems including DRGs, MS-DRGs, and APR-DRGs; and coding credential preparatory courses for the CCA and CPC. Faye is a reviewer and author for several Libman Education courses and provides mentoring for credential candidates pursuing their CCS.

Coding Clinic Commentary: Hyperlactatemia