Dietary zinc deficiency (E60)

ICD-10 code E60 identifies cases of dietary zinc deficiency, a condition caused by insufficient zinc intake. This code is used specifically to document zinc-related nutritional deficiencies in medical records and coding.

The ICD-10 code for dietary zinc deficiency (E60) covers a range of related conditions including acute zinc deficiency, zinc depletion syndrome, and endemic or neonatal nutritional zinc deficiencies. It also applies to anemia linked to zinc deficiency and other secondary or acquired forms. Synonyms such as “zinc deficiency,” “inadequate intake of zinc,” and “non megaloblastic anemia associated with nutritional deficiency” help clarify that this code is the correct choice when zinc insufficiency is the primary diagnosis. Using this code ensures precise identification of zinc deficiency’s nutritional impact, supporting accurate clinical management and appropriate treatment plans.