E06 ICD-10-CM Code: Thyroiditis
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
E06Thyroiditis
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where E06 sits
- 1
Chapter 4
Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases (E00-E89)
- 2
Section
Disorders of thyroid gland (E00-E07)
- 3
Category E06
Thyroiditis
- 4
Code E06
Thyroiditis
More specific choices
Codes under E06
E06 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for E06.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for E06.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for E06.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- postpartum thyroiditis (O90.5)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for E06.
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Source and release
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code E06 mean?
E06 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Thyroiditis.”
Is E06 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. E06 has more specific child codes in the FY 2027 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is E06 located in ICD-10-CM?
E06 is listed in Chapter 4, Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases (E00-E89), within Disorders of thyroid gland (E00-E07) (E00–E07), under category E06, Thyroiditis.
What coding notes are listed for E06?
No inclusion terms are listed for E06 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: postpartum thyroiditis (O90.5). No Excludes2 note is listed.
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