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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Thyroid Problems

ICD-10 Coding for Thyroid Problems

E03.9
E06.3
T38.1X6A

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

Also Known as:
Thyroid Disorders
Thyroid Disease
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Thyroid Problems

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Thyroid Problems

Use ICD-10 code E03.9 for hypothyroidism, unspecified, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Hypothyroidism, unspecified

Billable Code
E03.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical_criteria:
  • • TSH >4.5 mIU/L
  • • Free T4 <0.8 ng/dL

Applicable To

  • • Unspecified hypothyroidism

Important Notes

  • • Ensure lab results support the diagnosis of hypothyroidism.

Autoimmune thyroiditis

Billable Code
E06.3
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical_criteria:
  • • Presence of anti-TPO antibodies

Applicable To

  • • Hashimoto's thyroiditis

Important Notes

  • • Document antibody test results to support diagnosis.

Underdosing of thyroid hormones, initial encounter

Billable Code
T38.1X6A
Billable

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation supports underdosing claim.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

E03.9

Hypothyroidism, unspecified

Use alongside T38.1X6A to indicate the resulting condition from underdosing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for unspecified hypothyroidism?

The ICD-10 code for unspecified hypothyroidism is E03.9. It is used when the specific cause of hypothyroidism is not documented.

When should E06.3 be used?

E06.3 should be used for autoimmune thyroiditis, such as Hashimoto's thyroiditis, confirmed by positive anti-TPO antibodies.

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