Hypocalcemia ICD-10-CM Codes

Is the Hypocalcemia ICD code Billable?

Yes, E83.51: Hypocalcemia, the lone accurate ICD-10 code for hypocalcemia, is billable. 

Clinical Information

• Hypocalcemia is a condition wherein the calcium levels in one’s blood are deficient. Low calcium levels may increase the risk of developing osteoporosis and osteopenia. 
• Some causes of hypocalcemia are malnutrition/malabsorption, medication, intolerance to foods that are high in calcium, hormonal changes, genetics, low levels of vitamin D, and renal failure. Though rarely, conditions that may also cause low calcium levels are hyperparathyroidism and pseudohypoparathyroidism. 
• Symptoms of hypocalcemia are muscle spasms/cramps, short stature, dry skin/hair, brittle nails, cataracts, weakened tooth enamel, and numbness/tingling in the hands, feet, and face. 
• To diagnose hypocalcemia, a practitioner will check one’s medical history and family history and have them undergo a blood test. 
• Treatment is as simple as increasing one’s calcium levels with a change in diet or taking calcium supplements.

Synonyms Include:

• Low calcium level
• Low level of calcium in the blood 
• Drug-induced hypocalcemia
• Hypocalcemia of late pregnancy/lactation
• Hypocalcemia due to chronic kidney disease