icd 10 code for hypothroidism

by Mekhi Lubowitz 9 min read

9 – Hypothyroidism, Unspecified.

What is the ICD 10 code for hypothyroidism?

Hypothyroidism, unspecified 1 E03.9 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. 2 The 2019 edition of ICD-10-CM E03.9 became effective on October 1, 2018. 3 This is the American ICD-10-CM version of E03.9 - other international versions of ICD-10 E03.9 may differ.

What are the other specified types of hypothyroidism?

Other specified hypothyroidism 1 Central hypothyroidism 2 Hypothyroidism due to thyroiditis 3 Hypothyroidism of prematurity 4 Hypothyroidism, secondary 5 Hypothyroxinemia of prematurity 6 Secondary hypothyroidism 7 Tertiary hypothyroidism

What are the symptoms of hypothyroidism?

A condition characterized by a dry, waxy type of swelling (edema) with abnormal deposits of mucopolysaccharides in the skin and other tissues. It is caused by a deficiency of thyroid hormones. The skin becomes puffy around the eyes and on the cheeks. The face is dull and expressionless with thickened nose and lips.

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What is the ICD-10 code for hyperthyroidism?

ICD-10 code E05 for Thyrotoxicosis [hyperthyroidism] is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases .

What is the ICD-10-CM code for thyroid disease?

ICD-10 Code for Disorder of thyroid, unspecified- E07. 9- Codify by AAPC.

What is the ICD-10 code for subclinical hypothyroidism?

E02 - Subclinical iodine-deficiency hypothyroidism | ICD-10-CM.

What is the ICD-10 code for screening TSH?

V77. 0 - Screening for thyroid disorders. ICD-10-CM.

What is cause of hypothyroidism?

Autoimmune disease. The most common cause of hypothyroidism is an autoimmune disorder known as Hashimoto's thyroiditis. Autoimmune disorders occur when your immune system produces antibodies that attack your own tissues. Sometimes this process involves your thyroid gland.

What is clinical hypothyroidism?

Abstract. Subclinical hypothyroidism (SCH), also called mild thyroid failure, is diagnosed when peripheral thyroid hormone levels are within normal reference laboratory range but serum thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) levels are mildly elevated. This condition occurs in 3% to 8% of the general population.

What is the ICD-10 code for abnormal TSH?

R94. 6 - Abnormal results of thyroid function studies | ICD-10-CM.

What is the ICD-10 code for hypothyroidism due to Hashimoto's?

E06. 3 - Autoimmune thyroiditis. ICD-10-CM.

What is ICD-10 subclinical hyperthyroidism?

E05. 90 - Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm | ICD-10-CM.

What diagnosis will cover TSH?

TSH is also used to evaluate patients who are suspected to have other thyroid disorders, such as goiter, thyroid nodule, thyroid cancer, Graves' disease, or Hashimoto's thyroiditis. These disorders can cause hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism.

What diagnosis will cover thyroid testing?

Thyroid function testing may also be medically necessary in patients with metabolic disorders; malnutrition; hyperlipidemia; certain types of anemia; psychosis and non-psychotic personality disorders; unexplained depression; ophthalmologic disorders; various cardiac arrhythmias; disorders of menstruation; skin ...

What DX covers a TSH?

APPENDIX CDiagnoses Currently Covered by Medicare for Serum TSH TestingICD-9-CM CodePersistent (P), Thyroid (T), or Short-term (S)?Diagnosis244.0–244.9TAcquired hypothyroidism245.0–245.9TThyroiditis246.0–246.9TOther disorders of thyroid250.00–250.93PDiabetes mellitus153 more rows

What is secondary thyroid?

Secondary –Problem with another gland interferes activity of thyroid gland. For example, hormone produced by pituitary gland triggers the production of thyroid hormone. So, if any problem happens with pituitary gland it affects thyroid hormone production.

Why is my thyroid underactive?

These types are according to the reasons behind underactivity of thyroid gland. Congenital – Present at birth. Acquire d or Primary – Most common cause is due to autoimmune disease Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. Immune system attacks thyroid and makes it difficult to produce hormone.

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