Dietary calcium deficiency (E58)
ICD-10 code E58 specifically identifies cases of dietary calcium deficiency, a condition caused by not getting enough calcium from the diet. This code is used to document the impact of low calcium intake on health.
Dietary calcium deficiency (also known as calcium deficiency, nutritional myopathy, or myopathy due to calcium deficiency) occurs when insufficient calcium is consumed, affecting bone strength and muscle function. Medical coders use E58 to accurately classify this deficiency when caused by inadequate dietary intake, distinguishing it from calcium imbalances caused by other medical problems. This code helps healthcare providers track and manage nutritional issues specifically related to calcium, supporting targeted treatment and nutritional counseling. Using the ICD-10 code for dietary calcium deficiency ensures clear communication in medical records about the cause of calcium-related health concerns.
Instructional Notations
Type 1 Excludes
A type 1 excludes note is a pure excludes note. It means "NOT CODED HERE!" An Excludes1 note indicates that the code excluded should never be used at the same time as the code above the Excludes1 note. An Excludes1 is used when two conditions cannot occur together, such as a congenital form versus an acquired form of the same condition.
