Hypoglycemia level 1

This code represents a mild symptomatic or asymptomatic hypoglycemic event where the blood glucose level is between 54-69 mg/dL (3.0-3.8 mmol/L). It indicates a glucose level below the normal range but above the threshold for clinically significant hypoglycemia.

Use this code when documentation specifies a blood glucose reading within the 54-69 mg/dL range, regardless of whether the patient experienced symptoms. This code is appropriate for patients with diabetes or other conditions predisposing them to hypoglycemia, identified during routine monitoring or following a hypoglycemic episode.

• Do not use this code if the blood glucose level is below 54 mg/dL; a different code for level 2 or 3 hypoglycemia would be more appropriate.
• Ensure the medical record clearly states the specific blood glucose value or explicitly documents "hypoglycemia level 1."
• This code can be used as a primary or secondary diagnosis depending on the clinical context and the reason for the encounter.