Congenital malformations of other endocrine glands

This code represents a range of birth defects affecting endocrine glands other than the thyroid, such as the adrenal, pituitary, or parathyroid glands. These malformations can lead to various hormonal imbalances and functional impairments depending on the specific gland involved and the nature of the defect.

Assign this code when documentation specifies a congenital anomaly of an endocrine gland not otherwise classified, such as adrenal hypoplasia, pituitary agenesis, or parathyroid dysgenesis. This code is appropriate when the specific type of congenital endocrine malformation is known but does not have a more precise ICD-10-CM code.

• Ensure documentation clearly states the congenital nature of the endocrine gland malformation.
• Review the "Excludes1" notes carefully to avoid co-coding with congenital goiter or congenital hypothyroidism.
• Always seek a more specific code if available for the particular endocrine gland malformation (e.g., specific adrenal or pituitary anomalies).