In simple words: This code refers to a group of less common hormone disorders. These disorders are caused by problems with glands in the body that make hormones.Hormones are chemical messengers that control many bodily functions. The problem may involve too much or too little hormone production.

This code encompasses endocrine disorders not classified elsewhere, including conditions like carcinoid syndrome, short stature due to endocrine disorder, and constitutional tall stature.It specifically excludes pseudohypoparathyroidism (E20.1).

Example 1: A patient presents with symptoms suggestive of carcinoid syndrome (e.g., flushing, diarrhea, wheezing). After appropriate investigations, the diagnosis is confirmed, and E34 is used for coding., A child experiences abnormally slow growth, and after ruling out other causes, a diagnosis of short stature due to an endocrine disorder is made. E34 is used to code this condition., An adolescent exhibits excessive growth, exceeding the normal range for their age and family history. Constitutional tall stature is diagnosed, and E34 is assigned.

Documentation should include details of the patient's signs and symptoms, results of laboratory tests (hormone levels, etc.), imaging studies (if performed), and any other relevant clinical findings to support the diagnosis of an endocrine disorder not classified elsewhere.

** This code is a general category for "other" endocrine disorders. When possible, it is preferable to use a more specific code if one exists that accurately describes the patient's condition. For conditions involving neoplasms affecting the endocrine system, codes from Chapter 2 (Neoplasms) should be used primarily, with E34 used as a secondary code to indicate functional activity if applicable.This information is current as of December 2nd, 2024.Coding guidelines and regulations are subject to change.