2025 ICD-10-CM code E07
(Active) Effective Date: N/A Disorders of thyroid gland - Other disorders of thyroid Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases (E00-E89) Feed
Other disorders of the thyroid gland. This code encompasses thyroid conditions not classified elsewhere, including abnormal thyroid function or structural changes.
Medical necessity should be established by documenting the clinical rationale for using this code.This includes a clear explanation of why other, more specific thyroid disorder codes are not applicable and how the patient’s condition necessitates the use of the E07 code.
Clinicians diagnose these conditions based on patient history, symptoms (like fatigue, dry skin, weakness, depression, memory loss, hoarseness, constipation, and cold intolerance), physical exams, and lab tests (including urine and thyroid function tests measuring TSH, T3, T4, and thyroglobulin). Imaging studies such as thyroid ultrasounds and scintigraphy may also be used. Treatment typically depends on serum TSH levels and may involve symptom relief and addressing underlying causes.
In simple words: This code represents other thyroid disorders, meaning conditions where the thyroid gland in your neck isn't working properly or has unusual changes in its structure, that aren't covered by other, more specific diagnoses.
This category includes disorders of the thyroid gland that are not classified elsewhere, such as abnormal thyroid function or structural changes not specifically categorized.It encompasses various conditions where the thyroid gland isn't functioning correctly or has experienced structural changes not fitting into other categories.
Example 1: A patient presents with unusual thyroid symptoms and test results that don't align with common diagnoses like hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism. After further investigation and ruling out other conditions, the physician uses E07 to document the unspecified thyroid disorder., A patient with a history of thyroid cancer develops new, atypical thyroid-related issues.If these issues don't fit established categories like hypothyroidism or recurrent malignancy, E07 might be utilized to capture this unique presentation., A patient experiences a combination of thyroid-related symptoms along with unusual findings on a thyroid ultrasound. When these findings do not precisely fit within other defined diagnostic criteria, the physician may use E07 to describe this complex situation.
Documentation should include the type of thyroid disorder, the underlying cause if known, and temporal factors related to onset and duration. Detailed clinical findings, lab results (including thyroid function tests), imaging studies (if performed), and treatment plans should be documented. Any relevant history, including previous thyroid conditions or related medical issues, should also be noted.
- Specialties:Endocrinology
- Place of Service:Office, Inpatient Hospital, Outpatient Hospital