E16.A
Non-billableHypoglycemia level
Hypoglycemia level
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
- transitory endocrine and metabolic disorders specific to newborn (P70-P74)
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code E16.A?
ICD-10-CM code E16.A represents "Hypoglycemia level". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is E16.A a billable code?
No, E16.A is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 3 child codes under E16.A.
What chapter is E16.A in?
E16.A is in Chapter 4: Endocrine, Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases (codes E00-E89).
What codes cannot be used with E16.A?
E16.A has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: transitory endocrine and metabolic disorders specific to newborn (P70-P74).
What are the subcategories under E16.A?
E16.A has 3 child codes, including: E16.A1 (Hypoglycemia level 1), E16.A2 (Hypoglycemia level 2), E16.A3 (Hypoglycemia level 3).
What are the UMLS CUIs for E16.A?
E16.A is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C5926640. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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