Is ICD-10-CM code E83 billable?

No, E83 (Disorders of mineral metabolism) is a non-billable ICD-10-CM code. It must be coded to a more specific subcategory before it can be used for reimbursement.

What chapter does ICD-10-CM code E83 belong to?

E83 belongs to Chapter 4 of the ICD-10-CM tabular list: E00–E89 (Endocrine, Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases).

E83Not billable, use a more specific code below

Disorders of mineral metabolism

In Metabolic disorders (E70-E88), chapter 4: Endocrine, Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases

31 billable codes under E83: 4 are a CC; 4 map to HCC 50 (Amyloidosis, Porphyria, and Other Specified Metabolic Disorders).A CC or MCC (major CC) is a secondary diagnosis that raises the MS-DRG payment. An HCC counts toward a Medicare Advantage patient's risk score.

Instructional notes

Excludes1: not coded here, use a different code

dietary mineral deficiency (E58-E61)
parathyroid disorders (E20-E21)
vitamin D deficiency (E55.-)

Also applies, from Metabolic disorders (E70-E88)

These notes sit on E70-E88 and apply to every code under it, including E83.

Excludes1: not coded here, use a different code

androgen insensitivity syndrome (E34.5-)
congenital adrenal hyperplasia (E25.0)
hemolytic anemias attributable to enzyme disorders (D55.-)
Marfan syndrome (Q87.4-)
5-alpha-reductase deficiency (E29.1)

Excludes2: not included here, code separately if applicable

Ehlers-Danlos syndromes (Q79.6-)

Official coding guidelines

From the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, FY 2027 (CMS and NCHS). Links open the PDF at the right page.

Covers diabetes mellitus coding, including type, insulin and drug use, pump malfunction and secondary diabetes, plus obesity and obesity class codes.

Diabetes mellitus (page 39)
Obesity (page 42)

Read Section I.C.4 (page 39)

All codes under E83

E83 can't be used on a claim. Pick a billable code below; grey headings group them.

E83 MS-DRGs

As the principal diagnosis, the billable codes under E83 group to these 10 MS-DRGs (v44.0). Which one applies depends on procedures performed, secondary diagnoses (CC/MCC), and the patient's age and discharge status.

DRG 642 Inborn and Other Disorders of Metabolism (17 of 31 codes)
DRG 640 Miscellaneous Disorders of Nutrition, Metabolism, Fluids and Electrolytes with MCC (9 of 31 codes)
DRG 641 Miscellaneous Disorders of Nutrition, Metabolism, Fluids and Electrolytes without MCC (9 of 31 codes)
DRG 299 Peripheral Vascular Disorders with MCC (4 of 31 codes)
DRG 300 Peripheral Vascular Disorders with CC (4 of 31 codes)
DRG 301 Peripheral Vascular Disorders without CC/MCC (4 of 31 codes)
DRG 791 Prematurity with Major Problems (3 of 31 codes)
DRG 793 Full Term Neonate with Major Problems (3 of 31 codes)
DRG 602 Cellulitis with MCC (1 of 31 codes)
DRG 603 Cellulitis without MCC (1 of 31 codes)

Other codes that refer to E83

Notes on these codes point to E83.

E61 Excludes1: disorders of mineral metabolism (E83.-)
R79.0 Excludes1: disorders of mineral metabolism (E83.-)

About the condition

Plain-language background from MedlinePlus (National Library of Medicine), not coding guidance.

Metabolic Disorders

Metabolism is the process your body uses to get or make energy from the food you eat. Food is made up of proteins, carbohydrates, and fats. Chemicals in your digestive system break the food parts down into sugars and acids, your body's fuel. Your body can use this fuel right away, or it can store the energy in your body tissues, such as your liver, muscles, and body fat.

Code history

Valid since FY2016, when ICD-10-CM took effect on October 1, 2015. No changes since.