E72.9 ICD-10-CM Code: Disorder of amino-acid metabolism, unspecified
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
E72.9Disorder of amino-acid metabolism, unspecified
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where E72.9 sits
- 1
Chapter 4
Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases (E00-E89)
- 2
Section
Metabolic disorders (E70-E88)
- 3
Category E72
Other disorders of amino-acid metabolism
- 4
Code E72.9
Disorder of amino-acid metabolism, unspecified
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for E72.9.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for E72.9.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for E72.9.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for E72.9.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for E72.9.
Transparency
Source and release
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code E72.9 mean?
E72.9 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Disorder of amino-acid metabolism, unspecified.”
Is E72.9 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, E72.9 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 E72.9 located in ICD-10-CM?
E72.9 is listed in Chapter 4, Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases (E00-E89), within Metabolic disorders (E70-E88) (E70–E88), under category E72, Other disorders of amino-acid metabolism.
What coding notes are listed for E72.9?
No inclusion terms are listed for E72.9 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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