E61
Non-billableDeficiency of other nutrient elements
Deficiency of other nutrient elements
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)
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Additional codes that should follow this code
Child Codes (10)
E61.0Copper deficiency
E61.1Iron deficiency
E61.2Magnesium deficiency
E61.3Manganese deficiency
E61.4Chromium deficiency
E61.5Molybdenum deficiency
E61.6Vanadium deficiency
E61.7Deficiency of multiple nutrient elements
E61.8Deficiency of other specified nutrient elements
E61.9Deficiency of nutrient element, unspecified
ICD-11 Equivalents(1)
ICD-11 Equivalents
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Also Known As / Clinical Terms(1)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for deficiency of other nutrient elements?
The ICD-10-CM code for deficiency of other nutrient elements is E61. The full clinical description is "Deficiency of other nutrient elements". E61 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code E61 mean?
ICD-10-CM code E61 represents “Deficiency of other nutrient elements”. 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 E61 a billable code?
No, E61 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 10 child codes under E61.
What chapter is E61 in?
E61 is in Chapter 4: Endocrine, Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases (codes E00-E89).
What codes cannot be used with E61?
E61 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: transitory endocrine and metabolic disorders specific to newborn (P70-P74); disorders of mineral metabolism (E83.-); iodine deficiency related thyroid disorders (E00-E02); and 1 more.
What are the subcategories under E61?
E61 has 10 child codes, including: E61.0 (Copper deficiency), E61.1 (Iron deficiency), E61.2 (Magnesium deficiency), E61.3 (Manganese deficiency), and 6 more.
Are additional codes required with E61?
Yes, when using E61, also report: adverse effect, if applicable, to identify drug (T36-T50 with fifth or sixth character 5).
What are the UMLS CUIs for E61?
E61 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0494325. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
How does E61 relate to ICF functioning codes?
ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like deficiency of other nutrient elements 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 E61?
E61 maps to the ICD-11 code: 5B7Z (Unspecified undernutrition).
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