E70.2
Non-Billable

Disorders of tyrosine metabolism

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Disorders of tyrosine metabolism?

ICD-10-CM E70.2 is the diagnosis code for Disorders of tyrosine metabolism. This code falls under the section "Metabolic disorders" 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for E70.2

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as E70.2. They are mutually exclusive:

  • transitory tyrosinemia of newborn (P74.5)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where E70.2 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 3 entries
E70.20Disorder of tyrosine metabolism, unspecifiedBillableE70.21TyrosinemiaBillableE70.29Other disorders of tyrosine metabolismBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is E70.2 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, E70.2 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does E70.2 mean?

E70.2 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Disorders of tyrosine metabolism". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of E70.2?

The parent code of E70.2 is E70 ("Disorders of aromatic amino-acid metabolism"). E70.2 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is E70.2 in?

E70.2 is located in Section E70-E88 — "Metabolic disorders" within Chapter 4 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of E70.2?

E70.2 has 3 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: E70.20, E70.21, E70.29.

When should I use E70.2?

Use E70.2 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Disorders of tyrosine metabolism" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Disorders of tyrosine metabolism?

The ICD-10-CM code for Disorders of tyrosine metabolism is E70.2.

Can E70.2 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, E70.2 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is E70.2 in?

E70.2 is in Chapter 4 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from E70.2?

Type 1 Excludes for E70.2 include: transitory tyrosinemia of newborn (P74.5).

Is E70.2 valid for 2026?

Yes, E70.2 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
E70.2
Disorders of tyrosine metabolism
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
4 — Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases (E00-E89)
E70-E88 — Metabolic disorders
2026 ICD-10-CM