Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM E16 is the diagnosis code for Other disorders of pancreatic internal secretion. This code falls under the section "Other disorders of glucose regulation and pancreatic internal secretion" within Chapter 4 — Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases (E00-E89). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.
Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.
Understanding where E16 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, E16 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
E16 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other disorders of pancreatic internal secretion". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
E16 is located in Section E15-E16 — "Other disorders of glucose regulation and pancreatic internal secretion" within Chapter 4 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
E16 has 8 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: E16.0, E16.1, E16.2, E16.3, E16.4 and more.
Use E16 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other disorders of pancreatic internal secretion" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Other disorders of pancreatic internal secretion is E16.
No, E16 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
E16 is in Chapter 4 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, E16 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.