E20 ICD-10-CM Code: Hypoparathyroidism
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
E20Hypoparathyroidism
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where E20 sits
- 1
Chapter 4
Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases (E00-E89)
- 2
Section
Disorders of other endocrine glands (E20-E35)
- 3
Category E20
Hypoparathyroidism
- 4
Code E20
Hypoparathyroidism
More specific choices
Codes under E20
E20 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 E20.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for E20.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for E20.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- Di George's syndrome (D82.1)
- postprocedural hypoparathyroidism (E89.2)
- tetany NOS (R29.0)
- transitory neonatal hypoparathyroidism (P71.4)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for E20.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code E20 mean?
E20 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Hypoparathyroidism.”
Is E20 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. E20 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 E20 located in ICD-10-CM?
E20 is listed in Chapter 4, Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases (E00-E89), within Disorders of other endocrine glands (E20-E35) (E20–E35), under category E20, Hypoparathyroidism.
What coding notes are listed for E20?
No inclusion terms are listed for E20 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: Di George's syndrome (D82.1); postprocedural hypoparathyroidism (E89.2); tetany NOS (R29.0); transitory neonatal hypoparathyroidism (P71.4). No Excludes2 note is listed.
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