ICD-10-CM Code | Adult BMI Range |
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Z68.32 | BMI 32.0-32.9 |
Z68.33 | BMI 33.0-33.9 |
Z68.34 | BMI 34.0-34.9 |
Z68.35 | BMI 35.0-35.9 |
Code is only used for patients 15 years old or older. Z68.35 is a billable ICD code used to specify a diagnosis of body mass index (BMI) 35.0-35.9, adult. A 'billable code' is detailed enough to be used to specify a medical diagnosis.
Body mass index (BMI) 50-59.9, adult. Z68.43 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. ICD-10-CM Z68.43 is a revised 2019 ICD-10-CM code that became effective on October 1, 2018.
Z68.31 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. ICD-10-CM Z68.31 is a revised 2021 ICD-10-CM code that became effective on October 1, 2020. This is the American ICD-10-CM version of Z68.31 - other international versions of ICD-10 Z68.31 may differ. ICD-10-CM Coding Rules
Adult obesity with bmi between 31 to 31.9 Obesity with body mass index (bmi) 31.0-31.9 Obesity, body mass index (bmi) 31-31.9
Z68. 35 - Body mass index [BMI] 35.0-35.9, adult | ICD-10-CM.
Your BMI is 35. Your BMI of 35 categorizes you as extremely obese. Obesity is a growing problem of the adult population in the United States and brings along with it several health conditions.
ICD-10 code Z68 for Body mass index [BMI] is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Factors influencing health status and contact with health services .
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If your BMI is less than 18.5, it falls within the underweight range. If your BMI is 18.5 to <25, it falls within the healthy weight range. If your BMI is 25.0 to <30, it falls within the overweight range. If your BMI is 30.0 or higher, it falls within the obesity range.
Class III obesity, formerly known as morbid obesity, is a complex chronic disease in which a person has a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher or a BMI of 35 or higher and is experiencing obesity-related health conditions.
ICD-Code E66* is a non-billable ICD-10 code used for healthcare diagnosis reimbursement of Overweight and Obesity. Its corresponding ICD-9 code is 278. Code E66* is the diagnosis code used for Overweight and Obesity. It is a disorder marked by an abnormally high, unhealthy amount of body fat.
A: The 2019 ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines state that you cannot use a BMI code alone (these are found in ICD-10-CM code category Z68. -). BMI codes should only be assigned when the associated diagnosis (such as overweight or obesity) meets the definition of a reportable diagnosis.
A: The 2019 ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting state you cannot use a BMI code (found in ICD-10-CM code category Z68. -) alone. BMI codes need to be supported as medically relevant by an associated diagnosis that is considered a reportable diagnosis.
ICD-10 code Z68. 3 for Body mass index [BMI] 30-39, adult is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Factors influencing health status and contact with health services .
ICD-10-CM Code for Other obesity E66. 8.
Your body mass index (BMI) is the initial factor that determines whether you'll qualify for weight loss surgery. A BMI between 18 and 25 is desirable. A BMI over 25 suggests you're overweight, while 30-39 indicates you're obese. A BMI of 40+ suggests morbid obesity.
Z68.35 is a billable ICD code used to specify a diagnosis of body mass index (BMI) 35.0-35.9, adult. A 'billable code' is detailed enough to be used to specify a medical diagnosis.
Billable codes are sufficient justification for admission to an acute care hospital when used a principal diagnosis.
Z68.35 is a valid billable ICD-10 diagnosis code for Body mass index [BMI] 35.0-35.9, adult . It is found in the 2021 version of the ICD-10 Clinical Modification (CM) and can be used in all HIPAA-covered transactions from Oct 01, 2020 - Sep 30, 2021 .
Note: BMI adult codes are for use for persons 20 years of age or older. BMI pediatric codes are for use for persons 2-19 years of age. These percentiles are based on the growth charts published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Inclusion term (s): Kilograms per meters squared.
Diagnosis for males only - The diagnosis code can only apply to a male patient.
Z68.35 is exempt from POA reporting ( Present On Admission).
DO NOT include the decimal point when electronically filing claims as it may be rejected. Some clearinghouses may remove it for you but to avoid having a rejected claim due to an invalid ICD-10 code, do not include the decimal point when submitting claims electronically. See also: Body, bodies. mass index (BMI) adult.
The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM Z68.34 became effective on October 1, 2021.
Note. BMI adult codes are for use for persons 20 years of age or older. BMI pediatric codes are for use for persons 2-19 years of age. These percentiles are based on the growth charts published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Body mass index [BMI] Approximate Synonyms.
BMI adult codes are for use for persons 20 years of age or older. BMI pediatric codes are for use for persons 2-19 years of age. These percentiles are based on the growth charts published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Body mass index [BMI] Approximate Synonyms. Adult bmi 40-44.9.
The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM Z68.41 became effective on October 1, 2021.
Severe adult obesity with bmi between 50 to 59.9
The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM Z68.43 became effective on October 1, 2021.
Note. BMI adult codes are for use for persons 20 years of age or older. BMI pediatric codes are for use for persons 2-19 years of age. These percentiles are based on the growth charts published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Body mass index [BMI] Approximate Synonyms.
The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM Z68.31 became effective on October 1, 2021.
Note. BMI adult codes are for use for persons 20 years of age or older. BMI pediatric codes are for use for persons 2-19 years of age. These percentiles are based on the growth charts published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Body mass index [BMI] Approximate Synonyms.