E52 ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Niacin deficiency [pellagra] for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.
Type 1 excludes for E52 ICD 10 code
- sequelae of niacin deficiency (E64.8)
Terms applicables to E52 ICD 10 code
- N - Niacin deficiency (amide)
- N - Nicotinic acid deficiency
- P - Pellagra (alcoholic) (with polyneuropathy)
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to E52 ICD10 Code:
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
E52 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting
Clinical information about E52 ICD 10 code
The B vitamins are:
- B1 (thiamine)
- B2 (riboflavin)
- B3 (niacin)
- B5 (pantothenic acid)
- B6
- B7 (biotin)
- B12
- Folic acid
These vitamins help the process your body uses to get or make energy from the food you eat. They also help form red blood cells. You can get B vitamins from proteins such as fish, poultry, meat, eggs, and dairy products. Leafy green vegetables, beans, and peas also have B vitamins. Many cereals and some breads have added B vitamins.
Not getting enough of certain B vitamins can cause diseases. A lack of B12 or B6 can cause anemia.
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