Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for elevated body mass index includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Elevated Body Mass Index
Use ICD-10 code E66.01 for morbid obesity due to excess calories, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
BMI 40.0-44.9, adult
Use with E66.01 to specify BMI range.
BMI 30-39.9, adult
Use with E66.9 to specify BMI range.
The ICD-10 code for elevated BMI is Z68.-, used alongside E66.- codes for obesity.
No, BMI codes must be used with a documented obesity diagnosis, such as E66.01 or E66.9.
Morbid obesity is coded as E66.01 when BMI is ≥40 or BMI 35-39.9 with comorbidities.