Iatrogenic thyroiditis

This code signifies inflammation of the thyroid gland that is a direct consequence of medical intervention or treatment. It represents thyroiditis induced by drugs, radiation, surgery, or other therapeutic procedures, rather than an autoimmune or infectious etiology.

Apply this code when documentation clearly links the thyroiditis to a specific medical treatment, such as amiodarone therapy, external beam radiation to the neck, or post-surgical complications. The physician's notes should explicitly state the iatrogenic nature of the thyroid inflammation.

• Ensure the documentation specifies the iatrogenic cause; otherwise, a more general thyroiditis code may be appropriate.
• Do not confuse with autoimmune thyroiditis (e.g., Hashimoto's) or infectious thyroiditis, which have distinct codes.
• Consider an additional code for the underlying condition or adverse effect of the drug/treatment if applicable, to provide a complete clinical picture.