ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for thyroid gland suppuration
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Suppuration, suppurative › thyroid (gland)”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding thyroid gland suppuration
The ICD-10-CM code for thyroid gland suppuration is E06.0 (Acute thyroiditis).
Within E06 (thyroiditis), E06.0 is specifically for acute thyroiditis. Related codes cover subacute thyroiditis (E06.1), chronic thyroiditis with transient thyrotoxicosis (E06.2), autoimmune thyroiditis (E06.3), drug-induced thyroiditis (E06.4), other chronic thyroiditis (E06.5) and unspecified (E06.9).
Use an additional code (B95-B97) to identify infectious agent.
As a secondary diagnosis it is a CC (complication or comorbidity), which can move an inpatient stay into the "with CC" MS-DRG of its family, unless the principal diagnosis excludes it.
Common questions about thyroid gland suppuration ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for thyroid gland suppuration?
- E06.0 — Acute thyroiditis.
Is E06.0 billable?
- Yes. E06.0 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can E06.0 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict E06.0 as a principal diagnosis.
Is E06.0 a CC or MCC?
- E06.0 is a CC (complication or comorbidity) under MS-DRG v44.0, unless excluded by the principal diagnosis.