E61

Non-billable

Deficiency 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.

Status

Non-billable / Header

Block

E50-E64

Child Codes

10

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)
  • disorders of mineral metabolism (E83.-)
  • iodine deficiency related thyroid disorders (E00-E02)
  • sequelae of malnutrition and other nutritional deficiencies (E64.-)

Excludes 2

Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both

Use Additional Code

Additional codes that should follow this code

  • code for adverse effect, if applicable, to identify drug (T36-T50 with fifth or sixth character 5)

Child Codes (10)

Also Known As / Clinical Terms

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ICD-10 code E61?

ICD-10-CM code E61 represents "Deficiency of other nutrient elements". It 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 you should also code: code for 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.

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