Vitamin D Deficiency (ICD-10 Code E55.9): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Introduction Vitamin D is often called the “sunshine vitamin” , and for a good reason — your body produces it when exposed to sunlight. It plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy bones, supporting immunity, and improving overall wellness. However, Vitamin D deficiency has become increasingly common worldwide, leading to fatigue, bone pain, and other health problems. In medical classification, Vitamin D deficiency is coded as E55.9 under the ICD-10 system — a standardized international coding system used by doctors and healthcare professionals to identify diseases and conditions. What Is ICD-10 Code E55.9? ICD-10 stands for International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision . It’s a system developed by the World Health Organization (WHO) to categorize and code diseases for clinical, research, and billing purposes. ICD-10 Code: E55.9 Description: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified This means when a patient has a Vitamin D deficiency but the exact cause (l...