Question 1

Is E35 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

Yes, E35 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for disorders of endocrine glands in diseases classified elsewhere. It can be used for medical billing and reimbursement purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code E35 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code E35 represents Disorders of endocrine glands in diseases classified elsewhere. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

When was ICD-10 code E35 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code E35 has been part of ICD-10-CM since 2016, when the coding system was mandated for use in the United States. This code was included in the original US implementation.

Question 4

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code E35?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for E35 is section:E20-E35 (Disorders of other endocrine glands (E20-E35)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

What conditions are excluded from E35?

Accepted Answer

Code E35 has Type 1 Excludes (mutually exclusive conditions) including: Echinococcus granulosus infection of thyroid gland (B67.3); meningococcal hemorrhagic adrenalitis (A39.1); syphilis of endocrine gland (A52.79) and 4 more conditions. These conditions cannot be coded together with E35 as they represent different diagnoses.

Question 6

Should I use additional codes with E35?

Accepted Answer

Yes, when coding E35, consider adding codes for: code, if applicable, to identify:; sequelae of tuberculosis of other organs (B90.8). Additional codes provide more specificity about the patient's condition.

Question 7

Can E35 be used as principal diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

No, E35 is a manifestation code and cannot be used as the principal diagnosis. Manifestation codes describe a condition caused by an underlying disease. You must code the underlying condition first, then use E35 as a secondary diagnosis.

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