Question 1

Is E61 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, E61 is not a billable code. It is a category code that requires additional specificity. You must select a more specific code from the subcategories for billing purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code E61 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code E61 represents Deficiency of other nutrient elements. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

When was ICD-10 code E61 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code E61 has been part of ICD-10-CM since 2016, when the coding system was mandated for use in the United States. This code was included in the original US implementation.

Question 4

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code E61?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for E61 is section:E50-E64 (Other nutritional deficiencies (E50-E64)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

What conditions are excluded from E61?

Accepted Answer

Code E61 has Type 1 Excludes (mutually exclusive conditions) including: disorders of mineral metabolism (E83.-); iodine deficiency related thyroid disorders (E00-E02); sequelae of malnutrition and other nutritional deficiencies (E64.-). These conditions cannot be coded together with E61 as they represent different diagnoses.

Question 6

Should I use additional codes with E61?

Accepted Answer

Yes, when coding E61, consider adding codes for: code for adverse effect, if applicable, to identify drug (T36-T50 with fifth or sixth character 5). Additional codes provide more specificity about the patient's condition.

E612026

Excludes14Not coded together

Excludes21Not included here

Use Additional Code1Add code for detail

Notes1Additional information