E27.1 – Primary adrenocortical insufficiency

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Disorders of other endocrine glands

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code E27.1
Code
E27.1 (claims format: E271)
Description
Primary adrenocortical insufficiency
Billable
Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for
Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter
4. Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases (E00-E89)
Block
E20-E35 Disorders of other endocrine glands
Parent codes
E27

Notes for E27.1

Applicable to:
  • Addison's disease
  • Autoimmune adrenalitis
Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • Addison only phenotype adrenoleukodystrophy (E71.528)
  • amyloidosis (E85.-)
  • tuberculous Addison's disease (A18.7)
  • Waterhouse-Friderichsen syndrome (A39.1)

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

Block E20-E35

Excludes1 (not coded here):

Index terms for E27.1

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Related codes in E27

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code E27.1?

E27.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for primary adrenocortical insufficiency, in the block E20-E35 (Disorders of other endocrine glands).

Is E27.1 a billable code?

Yes. E27.1 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does E27.1 belong to?

It belongs to category E27 – Other disorders of adrenal gland.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.