ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for copper nutritional deficiency
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Deficiency, deficient › copper (nutritional)”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding copper nutritional deficiency
The ICD-10-CM code for copper nutritional deficiency is E61.0 (Copper deficiency).
Within E61 (deficiency of other nutrient elements), E61.0 is specifically for copper deficiency. Related codes cover iron deficiency (E61.1), magnesium deficiency (E61.2), manganese deficiency (E61.3), chromium deficiency (E61.4), Molybdenum deficiency (E61.5), Vanadium deficiency (E61.6), deficiency of multiple nutrient elements (E61.7), deficiency of other specified nutrient elements (E61.8) and 1 more.
Use an additional code for adverse effect, if applicable, to identify drug (T36-T50 with fifth or sixth character 5).
It is not a CC or MCC, so as a secondary diagnosis it doesn't change the MS-DRG severity level.
Common questions about copper nutritional deficiency ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for copper nutritional deficiency?
- E61.0 — Copper deficiency.
Is E61.0 billable?
- Yes. E61.0 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can E61.0 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict E61.0 as a principal diagnosis.
Is E61.0 a CC or MCC?
- No. E61.0 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.