E55 – Vitamin D deficiency

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Other nutritional deficiencies

Non-billable header

ICD-10-CM code E55
Code
E55 (claims format: E55)
Description
Vitamin D deficiency
Billable
No – use a more specific code below
Valid for
Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter
4. Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases (E00-E89)
Block
E50-E64 Other nutritional deficiencies

Billable codes under E55

E55 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:

Notes for E55

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • adult osteomalacia (M83.-)
  • osteoporosis (M80.-)
  • sequelae of rickets (E64.3)

Notes inherited from parent codes

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

Block E50-E64

Excludes2 (not included here):

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code E55?

E55 is the ICD-10-CM code for vitamin D deficiency, in the block E50-E64 (Other nutritional deficiencies).

Is E55 a billable code?

No. E55 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.

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.