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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Adrenal Insufficiency

ICD-10 Coding for Adrenal Insufficiency

E27.1
E27.2
E27.3

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for adrenal insufficiency includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Addison's Disease
Adrenocortical Insufficiency
Hypoadrenalism
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Adrenal Insufficiency

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Adrenal Insufficiency

Use ICD-10 code E27.1 for primary adrenocortical insufficiency, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Primary adrenocortical insufficiency

Billable Code
E27.1
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Confirmed by ACTH stimulation test

Applicable To

  • • Addison's disease
  • • Autoimmune adrenalitis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'primary' to avoid unspecified coding.

Addisonian crisis

Billable Code
E27.2
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Acute adrenal crisis

Important Notes

  • • Document all crisis symptoms for accurate coding.

Drug-induced adrenocortical insufficiency

Billable Code
E27.3
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Adrenal suppression due to medication

Important Notes

  • • Document drug name and duration of use.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z79.52

Long-term (current) use of glucocorticoids

Use with E27.3 to indicate chronic steroid use.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for primary adrenal insufficiency?

The ICD-10 code for primary adrenal insufficiency is E27.1, which includes conditions like Addison's disease.

How is drug-induced adrenal insufficiency coded?

Drug-induced adrenal insufficiency is coded as E27.3, with additional codes for the specific drug involved.

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