E54 ICD-10-CM Code: Ascorbic acid deficiency
E54 is the billable ICD-10-CM code for “Ascorbic acid deficiency” in the FY 2027 U.S. code set, effective Oct 1, 2026.
Official description
E54Ascorbic acid deficiency
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Where E54 sits
- 1
Chapter 4
Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases (E00-E89)
- 2
Section
Other nutritional deficiencies (E50-E64)
- 3
Category E54
Ascorbic acid deficiency
- 4
Code E54
Ascorbic acid deficiency
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
- Deficiency of vitamin C
- Scurvy
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for E54.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for E54.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- scorbutic anemia (D53.2)
- sequelae of vitamin C deficiency (E64.2)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for E54.
Source and release
- Data release
- U.S. ICD-10-CM · FY 2027
- Effective date
- Oct 1, 2026
- Publisher
- Vero Scribe Inc.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code E54 mean?
E54 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Ascorbic acid deficiency.”
Is E54 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, E54 has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is E54 located in ICD-10-CM?
E54 is listed in Chapter 4, Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases (E00-E89), within Other nutritional deficiencies (E50-E64) (E50–E64), under category E54, Ascorbic acid deficiency.
What coding notes are listed for E54?
Its listed inclusion terms are Deficiency of vitamin C; Scurvy. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: scorbutic anemia (D53.2); sequelae of vitamin C deficiency (E64.2). No Excludes2 note is listed.
