E21.2
Billable

Other hyperparathyroidism

Billable / Specific Code

What is Other hyperparathyroidism?

ICD-10-CM E21.2 is the diagnosis code for Other hyperparathyroidism. This code falls under the section "Disorders of other endocrine glands" within Chapter 4 — Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases (E00-E89). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for E21.2

✅ This Code Includes

  • Tertiary hyperparathyroidism

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in E21.2. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia (E83.52)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where E21.2 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is E21.2 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, E21.2 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does E21.2 mean?

E21.2 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other hyperparathyroidism". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of E21.2?

The parent code of E21.2 is E21 ("Hyperparathyroidism and other disorders of parathyroid gland"). E21.2 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is E21.2 in?

E21.2 is located in Section E20-E35 — "Disorders of other endocrine glands" within Chapter 4 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use E21.2?

Use E21.2 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other hyperparathyroidism" 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 Other hyperparathyroidism?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other hyperparathyroidism is E21.2.

Can E21.2 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, E21.2 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is E21.2 in?

E21.2 is in Chapter 4 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is E21.2 valid for 2026?

Yes, E21.2 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
E21.2
Other hyperparathyroidism
Billable / Specific Code
4 — Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases (E00-E89)
E20-E35 — Disorders of other endocrine glands
2026 ICD-10-CM