What is the ICD-10 code for low iron?

The ICD-10 code for low iron without confirmed deficiency or anemia is E83.1, while E61.1 is used for nutritional iron deficiency.

When should E61.1 be used for low iron?

Use E61.1 when there is documented nutritional deficiency with low ferritin and transferrin saturation, without anemia.

ICD-10 Coding for Low Iron(E83.1, D50.9, E61.1)

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Explore ICD-10 coding for low iron, including E83.1 and E61.1 codes, documentation requirements, and clinical validation criteria.

Also known as:

Iron DeficiencyIron Metabolism Disorder

Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Low Iron

E00-E89Primary Range

Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases

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Code Comparison: When to Use Each Code

Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection

Code	Description	When to Use	Key Documentation
E83.1	Disorder of iron metabolism	Use when low iron is documented without confirmed deficiency or anemia.	Serum iron <60 mcg/dL Normal or high ferritin levels
E61.1	Nutritional iron deficiency	Use when there is documented nutritional deficiency without anemia.	Ferritin <30 ng/mL Transferrin saturation <16%

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Disorders of iron metabolism

E83.1

Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Nutritional iron deficiencyE61.1

Iron deficiency anemia, unspecifiedD50.9

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting Low Iron.

Omitting lab results in documentation

Impact

Clinical: Inaccurate diagnosis and treatment, Regulatory: Non-compliance with coding standards, Financial: Potential claim denials

Mitigation

Ensure lab results are included in every assessment, Use templates to guide documentation

Using E61.1 for 'low iron' without deficiency documentation

Impact

Reimbursement: Potential claim denials due to incorrect coding, Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines, Data Quality: Inaccurate clinical data representation

Mitigation

Ensure documentation specifies 'nutritional deficiency' or use E83.1.

Documentation of nutritional deficiency

Impact

Risk of audit if nutritional deficiency is not clearly documented.

Mitigation

Ensure all documentation includes specific lab results and clinical symptoms.

Frequently Asked Questions

Documentation requirements, coding pitfalls and FAQs for conditions coded with E83.1.

Primary Code

E83.1

Disorders of iron metabolism

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ICD-10 Coding for Low Iron(E83.1, D50.9, E61.1)

Documentation & Coding Risks

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for low iron?

When should E61.1 be used for low iron?

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