ICD-10 Code E74 – Other disorders of carbohydrate metabolism (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide

The ICD-10 code for Other disorders of carbohydrate metabolism is E74.
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code E74 – Other disorders of carbohydrate metabolism

What it is

E74 covers inherited or acquired disorders that affect how the body processes carbohydrates. Use it when the record describes a carbohydrate metabolism disorder that is not named by a more specific ICD-10-CM code.

Clinical signs

Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Commonly, records may note poor carbohydrate tolerance, recurrent metabolic symptoms, or abnormal findings suggesting an enzyme-related metabolic disorder.

When to use this code

Use E74 when the provider documents a disorder of carbohydrate metabolism and no more specific diagnosis is available. It is also appropriate when the chart identifies a broader carbohydrate metabolism abnormality without naming the exact condition. Check documentation if the diagnosis is uncertain.

Do not use for

Do not use this code when a more specific carbohydrate metabolism diagnosis is documented, such as a named glycogen storage or disaccharide metabolism disorder. Do not use it for diabetes mellitus or nonspecific digestive intolerance.

Coding tip

Look for the exact metabolic diagnosis in the assessment, because E74 is a category code and should be reported only when specificity is lacking.

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