Other B-complex deficiencies

This code represents a deficiency of one or more B-complex vitamins, excluding specific deficiencies like B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B6 (pyridoxine), B9 (folate), or B12 (cobalamin). It indicates a nutritional deficit affecting various metabolic processes, often manifesting with non-specific symptoms.

Use this code when documentation specifies a deficiency of a B-complex vitamin not otherwise classified, such as pantothenic acid (B5) or biotin (B7), or when multiple unspecified B-complex deficiencies are noted. Supporting documentation should include laboratory findings confirming the deficiency or a physician's diagnostic statement.

• Avoid using this code if a more specific B-complex deficiency (e.g., B12 deficiency) is documented; use the appropriate specific code instead.
• Ensure the medical record clearly indicates a deficiency of a B-complex vitamin that isn't individually classified elsewhere.
• Consider sequencing this code after any underlying conditions contributing to the deficiency, if applicable.