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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Lack of Appetite

ICD-10 Coding for Lack of Appetite

R63.0
R63.8

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for lack of appetite includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Anorexia
Loss of Appetite
Reduced Appetite
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Lack of Appetite

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Lack of Appetite

Use ICD-10 code R63.0 for anorexia, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Anorexia

Billable Code
R63.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Documented persistent lack of appetite
documentation:
  • • Specify duration and impact on weight

Applicable To

  • • Loss of appetite
  • • Reduced appetite

Important Notes

  • • Ensure to document the duration and impact of appetite loss.

Other symptoms and signs concerning food and fluid intake

Billable Code
R63.8
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of other gastrointestinal symptoms

Applicable To

  • • Other appetite changes

Important Notes

  • • Consider underlying conditions that might explain symptoms.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

R63.4

Abnormal weight loss

Use when documenting significant weight loss alongside anorexia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for lack of appetite?

The ICD-10 code for lack of appetite is R63.0, used for documenting anorexia not related to psychological disorders.

How do you document lack of appetite?

Document lack of appetite by specifying duration, impact on weight, and any associated symptoms or underlying conditions.

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