Is E61.8 a billable ICD-10 code?

Yes. E61.8 (Deficiency of other specified nutrient elements) is billable and can be used for insurance claims. Always verify payer-specific requirements.

E61.8 ✓ Billable

Deficiency of other specified nutrient elements

Q: What is ICD-10 code E61.8?

ICD-10-CM code E61.8 stands for "Deficiency of other specified nutrient elements". It is a billable code in the Endocrine, Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases chapter, effective FY2026 (Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026).

ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Endocrine, Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases

Code

E61.8

System

ICD-10-CM

Billable

Yes — valid for submission

Effective

FY2026

Chapter

Endocrine, Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases

Source

CMS / CDC NCHS

⚠ Verify before billing. Confirm against the current CMS/NCHS ICD-10-CM files and your payer's rules before claims submission.

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code E61.8?

ICD-10-CM code E61.8 represents Deficiency of other specified nutrient elements. It is a billable diagnosis code in the Endocrine, Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.

Is E61.8 billable?

Yes. E61.8 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for insurance claims and clinical documentation.

What chapter is E61.8 in?

E61.8 belongs to the Endocrine, Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases chapter (E00–E89) of ICD-10-CM.

Related codes in the E61 category

E61 Deficiency of other nutrient elements Non-billable E61.0 Copper deficiency Billable E61.1 Iron deficiency Billable E61.2 Magnesium deficiency Billable E61.3 Manganese deficiency Billable E61.4 Chromium deficiency Billable E61.5 Molybdenum deficiency Billable E61.6 Vanadium deficiency Billable

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