E34.328
Billable

Other genetic causes of short stature

Billable / Specific Code

What is Other genetic causes of short stature?

ICD-10-CM E34.328 is the diagnosis code for Other genetic causes of short stature. 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

Coding Guidelines for E34.328

✅ This Code Includes

  • Short stature due to ACAN gene variant
  • Short stature due to aggrecan deficiency
  • Short stature due to NPR-2 gene variant

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where E34.328 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is E34.328 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, E34.328 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does E34.328 mean?

E34.328 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other genetic causes of short stature". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of E34.328?

The parent code of E34.328 is E34.32 ("Genetic causes of short stature"). E34.328 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is E34.328 in?

E34.328 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 E34.328?

Use E34.328 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other genetic causes of short stature" 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 genetic causes of short stature?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other genetic causes of short stature is E34.328.

Can E34.328 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, E34.328 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is E34.328 in?

E34.328 is in Chapter 4 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is E34.328 valid for 2026?

Yes, E34.328 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
E34.328
Other genetic causes of short stature
Billable / Specific Code
4 — Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases (E00-E89)
E20-E35 — Disorders of other endocrine glands
2026 ICD-10-CM