ICD-10-CM E61: Deficiency of other nutrient elements

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for E61

Deficiency of other nutrient elements

Coding Notes & Guidelines for E61

Excludes1: Not Coded Here
  • disorders of mineral metabolism (E83.-)
  • iodine deficiency related thyroid disorders (E00-E02)
  • sequelae of malnutrition and other nutritional deficiencies (E64.-)
Excludes1: Not Coded Here

iron deficiency anemia (D50.-)

Use Additional Code

code for adverse effect, if applicable, to identify drug (T36-T50 with fifth or sixth character 5)

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for E61):

E61.0 - Copper deficiency E61.1 - Iron deficiency E61.2 - Magnesium deficiency E61.3 - Manganese deficiency E61.4 - Chromium deficiency E61.5 - Molybdenum deficiency E61.6 - Vanadium deficiency E61.7 - Deficiency of multiple nutrient elements E61.8 - Deficiency of other specified nutrient elements E61.9 - Deficiency of nutrient element, unspecified

About ICD-10-CM Code E61 (Deficiency of other nutrient elements)

ICD-10-CM code E61 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 E61 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about E61 - Deficiency of other nutrient elements. 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 Deficiency of other nutrient elements.