Table 5ICD-9-CM diagnosis codes for malnutritionICD-9-CM diagnosis codeDescriptionPostsurgical nonabsorptionProtein-calorie malnutrition260Kwashiorkor261Nutritional marasmus21 more rows
E63.9ICD-10 code E63. 9 for Nutritional deficiency, unspecified is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases .
Coding Clinic Fourth Quarter 1989 advised the sequencing of code 307.1, Anorexia nervosa, as principal diagnosis for anorexia with severe malnutrition since anorexia implies malnutrition.
R63.6The coding for weight diagnoses can be found in various chapters of ICD-10-CM. Being underweight is coded as R63. 6, which is in Chapter 18 (Signs, Symptoms, and Abnormal Clinical and Laboratory Findings, Not Elsewhere Classified).Jun 1, 2020
E43Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition E43 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
The diagnosis codes of E44. 0 (moderate malnutrition), E44. 1 (mild malnutrition), and E46 (malnutrition, unspecified) complete the section of malnutrition....Understanding the Nuances of Coding Malnutrition.LevelICD-10-CM CodeBMI RangeHigh-risk Class 3E66.01>= 403 more rows•Mar 29, 2021
E412022 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code E41: Nutritional marasmus.
R63. 0 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
The ICD-10-CM codes for hypoglycemia (any of the following: E08. 641, E08.Feb 14, 2019
E44.1E44. 1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
ICD-10 code: R63. 5 Abnormal weight gain - gesund.bund.de.
Being underweight can be a symptom of an underlying condition, in which case it is secondary. Unexplained weight loss may require a professional medical diagnosis. Being underweight can also cause other conditions, in which case it is primary.
Clinical Information. A condition caused by not getting enough calories or the right amount of key nutrients, such as vitamins and minerals, that are needed for health.
Food provides the energy and nutrients you need to be healthy. If you don't get enough nutrients -- including proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals - you may suffer from malnutrition.causes of malnutrition include: lack of specific nutrients in your diet.