Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for body mass index 36 includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Body Mass Index 36
Use ICD-10 code Z68.36 for body mass index (bmi) 36.0-36.9, adult, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
Morbid obesity due to excess calories
Use as a primary code when BMI is ≥35 and morbid obesity is documented.
Body mass index (BMI) 36.0-36.9, adult
Use to specify BMI when morbid obesity is documented.
No, BMI 36 must be documented with a primary obesity diagnosis like E66.01 for accurate coding.
The ICD-10 code for BMI 36 is Z68.36, used as an ancillary code with a primary obesity diagnosis.