Manganese deficiency

This code represents a nutritional deficiency specifically involving manganese, an essential trace element. It indicates insufficient levels of manganese in the body, which can impair various metabolic processes, bone formation, and antioxidant defense.

Use this code when documentation explicitly states a diagnosis of manganese deficiency, often identified through laboratory testing or clinical signs consistent with inadequate manganese intake or absorption. This may occur in patients with malabsorption syndromes, prolonged parenteral nutrition without manganese supplementation, or restrictive diets.

• Ensure documentation specifies "manganese deficiency" and not a general mineral deficiency.
• Do not confuse with other trace element deficiencies (e.g., zinc, copper) which have distinct codes.
• Consider sequencing this code as a secondary diagnosis if the primary reason for the encounter is a related underlying condition causing the deficiency.