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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Secondary Hyperaldosteronism

ICD-10 Coding for Secondary Hyperaldosteronism

E26.1

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

Also Known as:
Hyperaldosteronism secondary
Secondary aldosteronism
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Secondary Hyperaldosteronism

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Secondary Hyperaldosteronism

Use ICD-10 code E26.1 for secondary hyperaldosteronism, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Secondary hyperaldosteronism

Billable Code
E26.1
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of elevated aldosterone-to-renin ratio and low potassium levels.
documentation:
  • • Explicit documentation linking secondary hyperaldosteronism to its cause.

Applicable To

  • • Hyperaldosteronism due to heart failure
  • • Hyperaldosteronism due to cirrhosis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure the underlying condition is documented and coded first to avoid sequencing errors.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

E87.6

Hypokalemia

Use when hypokalemia is present and influences treatment decisions.

I10

Essential (primary) hypertension

Use when hypertension is a significant clinical concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for secondary hyperaldosteronism?

The ICD-10 code for secondary hyperaldosteronism is E26.1, which requires documentation of the underlying condition.

How is secondary hyperaldosteronism documented?

Document secondary hyperaldosteronism by linking it to an underlying condition like heart failure or cirrhosis, and include lab results.

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