E59 ICD-10-CM Code: Dietary selenium deficiency
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
E59Dietary selenium deficiency
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where E59 sits
- 1
Chapter 4
Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases (E00-E89)
- 2
Section
Other nutritional deficiencies (E50-E64)
- 3
Category E59
Dietary selenium deficiency
- 4
Code E59
Dietary selenium deficiency
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
- Keshan disease
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for E59.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for E59.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- sequelae of selenium deficiency (E64.8)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for E59.
Transparency
Source and release
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code E59 mean?
E59 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Dietary selenium deficiency.”
Is E59 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, E59 has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is E59 located in ICD-10-CM?
E59 is listed in Chapter 4, Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases (E00-E89), within Other nutritional deficiencies (E50-E64) (E50–E64), under category E59, Dietary selenium deficiency.
What coding notes are listed for E59?
Its listed inclusion terms are Keshan disease. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: sequelae of selenium deficiency (E64.8). No Excludes2 note is listed.
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