ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for E54
Ascorbic acid deficiency
Coding Notes & Guidelines for E54
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
- scorbutic anemia (D53.2)
- sequelae of vitamin C deficiency (E64.2)
Inclusion Terms
- Deficiency of vitamin C
- Scurvy
About ICD-10-CM Code E54 (Ascorbic acid deficiency)
ICD-10-CM code E54 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM E54 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about E54 - Ascorbic acid deficiency. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Ascorbic acid deficiency.