ICD Code E27.1

ICD code E27.1 is primary adrenocortical insufficiency, a condition where the adrenal glands do not produce enough hormones, most commonly known as Addison's disease.

1. Persistent fatigue and muscle weakness

2. Unintentional weight loss

3. Hyperpigmentation of the skin, especially in areas exposed to friction

4. Hypotension, particularly orthostatic hypotension

5. Salt craving

6. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or diarrhea

7. Laboratory findings of hyponatremia, hyperkalemia, and hypoglycemia

8. Low serum cortisol levels with elevated ACTH

9. Failure of adrenal glands to respond to ACTH stimulation testing

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code E27.1 include:

- 80435 (Adrenal function panel)

- 80439 (Adrenocorticotropic hormone stimulation panel)

- 82533 (Cortisol; total)

- 82530 (Corticosterone)

- 96372 (Therapeutic, prophylactic, or diagnostic injection; subcutaneous or intramuscular)

- 99202–99215 (Evaluation and management services, new or established patient)

- J2920 (Injection, methylprednisolone sodium succinate, 40 mg)

- J2930 (Injection, methylprednisolone sodium succinate, 125 mg)

- J1100 (Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg)

- J3490 (Unclassified drugs, for injectable hydrocortisone)

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