E26
Non-billableHyperaldosteronism
Hyperaldosteronism
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)
Child Codes (4)
ICD-11 Equivalents(1)
ICD-11 Equivalents
View full mappingCorresponding ICD-11 codes from the WHO crosswalk mapping
Also Known As / Clinical Terms(14)
UMLS
- AldosteronismC0020428
- Aldosteronism (disorder)C0020428
- Aldosteronism NOSC0020428
- Elevated plasma aldosteroneC0020428
- HyperaldosteronaemiaC0020428
- HyperaldosteronismC0020428
- Hyperaldosteronism NOSC0020428
- Hyperaldosteronism, unspecifiedC0020428
- Increased aldosteroneC0020428
- Increased aldosterone productionC0020428
- Increased circulating aldosterone concentrationC0020428
- Mineralocorticoid excessC0020428
- aldosteronismC0020428
- hyperaldosteronismC0020428
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for hyperaldosteronism?
The ICD-10-CM code for hyperaldosteronism is E26. The full clinical description is "Hyperaldosteronism". E26 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code E26 mean?
ICD-10-CM code E26 represents “Hyperaldosteronism”. It is classified under Chapter 4: Endocrine, Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases and is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is E26 a billable code?
No, E26 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 4 child codes under E26.
What chapter is E26 in?
E26 is in Chapter 4: Endocrine, Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases (codes E00-E89).
What codes cannot be used with E26?
E26 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: transitory endocrine and metabolic disorders specific to newborn (P70-P74); galactorrhea (N64.3); gynecomastia (N62).
What are the subcategories under E26?
E26 has 4 child codes, including: E26.0 (Primary hyperaldosteronism), E26.1 (Secondary hyperaldosteronism), E26.8 (Other hyperaldosteronism), E26.9 (Hyperaldosteronism, unspecified).
What are the UMLS CUIs for E26?
E26 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0020428. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
How does E26 relate to ICF functioning codes?
ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like hyperaldosteronism affect a person's functioning — body functions, activities, participation, and environmental factors. AutoICD provides ICF Core Sets for 12+ conditions and can map clinical text to ICF categories automatically. Browse the ICF directory to explore functioning codes.
What is the ICD-11 equivalent of E26?
E26 maps to the ICD-11 code: 5A72.Z (Hyperaldosteronism, unspecified).
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