E87.3
Billable

Alkalosis

Billable / Specific Code

What is Alkalosis?

ICD-10-CM E87.3 is the diagnosis code for Alkalosis. This code falls under the section "Metabolic disorders" 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 E87.3

✅ This Code Includes

  • Alkalosis NOS
  • Metabolic alkalosis
  • Respiratory alkalosis

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where E87.3 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is E87.3 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, E87.3 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does E87.3 mean?

E87.3 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Alkalosis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of E87.3?

The parent code of E87.3 is E87 ("Other disorders of fluid, electrolyte and acid-base balance"). E87.3 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is E87.3 in?

E87.3 is located in Section E70-E88 — "Metabolic disorders" within Chapter 4 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use E87.3?

Use E87.3 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Alkalosis" 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 Alkalosis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Alkalosis is E87.3.

Can E87.3 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, E87.3 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is E87.3 in?

E87.3 is in Chapter 4 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is E87.3 valid for 2026?

Yes, E87.3 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
E87.3
Alkalosis
Billable / Specific Code
4 — Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases (E00-E89)
E70-E88 — Metabolic disorders
2026 ICD-10-CM