ICD-10-CM Code E26.02
Glucocorticoid-remediable aldosteronism
Billable Code
Billable codes are sufficient justification for admission to an acute care hospital when used a principal diagnosis.E26.02 is a billable ICD code used to specify a diagnosis of glucocorticoid-remediable aldosteronism. A 'billable code' is detailed enough to be used to specify a medical diagnosis.
The ICD code E260 is used to code Primary aldosteronism
Primary aldosteronism, also known as primary hyperaldosteronism or Conn's syndrome, is excess production of the hormone aldosterone by the adrenal glands resulting in low renin levels. Often it produces few symptoms. Most people have high blood pressure which may cause poor vision or headaches. Occasionally there may be muscular weakness, muscle spasms, tingling sensations, or excessive urination. Complications include cardiovascular disease such as stroke, myocardial infarction, kidney failure, and abnormal heart rhythms.
| Specialty: | Endocrinology |
| MeSH Code: | D006929 |
| ICD 9 Code: | 255.1 |
Aldosterone
Coding Notes for E26.02 Info for medical coders on how to properly use this ICD-10 code
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Inclusion Terms:
Inclusion Terms
Inclusion Terms are a list of concepts for which a specific code is used. The list of Inclusion Terms is useful for determining the correct code in some cases, but the list is not necessarily exhaustive. - Familial aldosteronism type I
MS-DRG Mapping
- DRG Group #643-645 - Endocrine disorders with MCC.
- DRG Group #643-645 - Endocrine disorders with CC.
- DRG Group #643-645 - Endocrine disorders without CC or MCC.
ICD-10-CM Alphabetical Index References for 'E26.02 - Glucocorticoid-remediable aldosteronism'
The ICD-10-CM Alphabetical Index links the below-listed medical terms to the ICD code E26.02. Click on any term below to browse the alphabetical index.
Equivalent ICD-9 Code GENERAL EQUIVALENCE MAPPINGS (GEM)
This is the official exact match mapping between ICD9 and ICD10, as provided by the General Equivalency mapping crosswalk. This means that in all cases where the ICD9 code 255.11 was previously used, E26.02 is the appropriate modern ICD10 code.
Parent Code: E26.0 - Primary hyperaldosteronism