ICD-10-CM
ICD-10 code for Iron deficiency: E61.1
The closest CDC title for "Iron deficiency" is E61.1, Iron deficiency. E61.1 is a billable code.
Source: CDC ICD-10-CM FY2027 order file dated June 16, 2026. Publisher page
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Codes under E61, then other CDC titles that name iron deficiency
A header groups codes and is not billed. A billable code is one you can report.
- E61Deficiency of other nutrient elementsHeader
- E61.0Copper deficiencyBillable
- E61.1Iron deficiencyBillable
- E61.2Magnesium deficiencyBillable
- E61.3Manganese deficiencyBillable
- E61.4Chromium deficiencyBillable
- E61.5Molybdenum deficiencyBillable
- E61.6Vanadium deficiencyBillable
- E61.7Deficiency of multiple nutrient elementsBillable
- E61.8Deficiency of other specified nutrient elementsBillable
- E61.9Deficiency of nutrient element, unspecifiedBillable
- D50Iron deficiency anemiaHeader
- D50.0Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)Billable
- D50.8Other iron deficiency anemiasBillable
- D50.9Iron deficiency anemia, unspecifiedBillable
Use additional code
The CDC tabular list says to add the code named here after this one when it applies.
From E61. A note on a category applies to every code under it.
Use additional code for adverse effect, if applicable, to identify drug (T36-T50 with fifth or sixth character 5)
Excludes1
Excludes1 means these codes are not reported together.
From E61. A note on a category applies to every code under it.
Related conditions
Related pages
- E61.1 code detailsNotes, nearby codes, CMS-HCC group
- Category E61Every code under it
- Chapter 4Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases
- ICD-10 codes by conditionA to Z
- Check a list of ICD-10 codes
- Denial code CO-11Diagnosis does not support the procedure
- Denial code CO-146Diagnosis invalid for the date of service
- HCPCS Level II code lookup
Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for Iron deficiency?
The closest CDC title for "Iron deficiency" is E61.1, Iron deficiency. E61.1 is a billable code.
Is E61.1 billable?
Yes. E61.1 is a billable code in the FY2027 ICD-10-CM file. Use a more specific code when the record documents one.
What documentation notes apply to E61.1?
The CDC tabular list gives 4 Excludes1 notes (not coded together), 1 "use additional code" note for E61.1 and the categories above it. They are listed on this page.
What chapter is E61.1 in?
Chapter 4. Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases.
When do ICD-10-CM codes change?
Every October 1, with the new fiscal year file. Some years add April 1 updates. This page uses the FY2027 file, effective October 1, 2026.