Electrolyte Imbalance

Use an electrolyte imbalance ICD code when clinical evaluation confirms abnormal levels of key electrolytes such as sodium, potassium, or calcium. These codes help document disorders related to fluid electrolyte and acid-base balance, including cases linked to metabolic diseases or balance hyperosmolality.

Yes, the ICD-10 codes we've outlined in this guide for electrolyte imbalances are billable when appropriately documented and linked to a medically necessary diagnosis. This includes codes related to associated circulatory overload, acid base balance hyperosmolality, and other fluid electrolyte disorders.

A diagnosis code for electrolyte imbalance indicates a disruption in the body’s normal electrolyte levels, often affecting fluid regulation, nerve signaling, or muscle function. These codes classify conditions like disorders of fluid electrolyte and acid, enabling accurate medical reporting and treatment planning.