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E61.4

Billable

Chromium deficiency

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

A deficiency of chromium, a trace element that helps regulate blood sugar and metabolism.

Coding Tips

  • •Often associated with total parenteral nutrition (TPN) or long-term dialysis; document the underlying condition
  • •Link to glucose intolerance or metabolic complications if present

Code Hierarchy

└E61Deficiency of other nutrient elements└E61.4Chromium deficiency
└E61.4Chromium deficiency

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