ICD Code E61.2

ICD code E61.2 is magnesium deficiency, which means the patient has an abnormally low level of magnesium in the body.

1. Laboratory confirmation of low serum magnesium levels (hypomagnesemia)

2. Presence of neuromuscular symptoms such as muscle weakness, tremors, or cramps

3. Cardiac manifestations including arrhythmias or ECG changes associated with magnesium deficiency

4. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, or anorexia linked to low magnesium

5. History of conditions or treatments that increase risk for magnesium loss (e.g., chronic diarrhea, diuretic use, malabsorption syndromes)

6. Absence of other identifiable causes for the presenting symptoms and laboratory findings

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code E61.2 include:

- 96365: Intravenous infusion, for therapy, prophylaxis, or diagnosis; initial, up to 1 hour

- 96366: Each additional hour (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

- 96372: Therapeutic, prophylactic, or diagnostic injection (specify substance or drug); subcutaneous or intramuscular

- 36415: Collection of venous blood by venipuncture

- 80051: Electrolyte panel (includes magnesium testing)

- 83735: Magnesium; quantitative

These CPT codes are commonly associated with the management and treatment of ICD code E61.2.

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