ICD-10 Code E55.0 – Rickets, active (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code E55.0 – Rickets, active
What it is
E55.0 identifies active rickets, a disorder of impaired bone mineralization in growing children. It is commonly linked to vitamin D deficiency, though documentation should support the underlying cause when known.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include bone pain, delayed growth, and skeletal deformities such as bowed legs or widened wrists. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use E55.0 when the record clearly states active rickets or describes rickets still being evaluated or treated as an ongoing condition. Apply it when the provider documents a current, not historical, diagnosis in a child with compatible skeletal findings.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for healed rickets, nonspecific vitamin D deficiency without rickets, or adult osteomalacia unless the documentation specifically supports rickets. Check documentation.
Coding tip
Confirm the provider’s wording for “active” disease before assigning E55.0.