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E83.51

Billable

Hypocalcemia

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

What This Code Means

A condition where calcium levels in the blood are abnormally low, which can affect muscle function, nerve signaling, and bone health.

Coding Tips

  • •Document the underlying cause (vitamin D deficiency, hypoparathyroidism, kidney disease) as it may require additional coding
  • •Verify whether this is acute or chronic hypocalcemia, as severity and treatment differ significantly

Code Hierarchy

└E83Disorders of mineral metabolism└E83.5Disorders of calcium metabolism└E83.51Hypocalcemia
└E83.51Hypocalcemia

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