Other nutritional deficiencies
In Other nutritional deficiencies (E50-E64), chapter 4: Endocrine, Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases
4 billable codes under E63: none are a CC or MCC; none map to an HCC.
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Instructional notes
Also applies, from Other nutritional deficiencies (E50-E64)
These notes sit on E50-E64 and apply to every code under it, including E63.
Excludes2: not included here, code separately if applicable
- nutritional anemias (D50-D53)
Official coding guidelines
From the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, FY 2027 (CMS and NCHS). Links open the PDF at the right page.
Covers diabetes mellitus coding, including type, insulin and drug use, pump malfunction and secondary diabetes, plus obesity and obesity class codes.
- Diabetes mellitus (page 39)
- Obesity (page 42)
All codes under E63
E63 can't be used on a claim. Pick a billable code below; grey headings group them.
E63 MS-DRGs
As the principal diagnosis, all 4 billable codes under E63 group to MS-DRG 640 or 641 (v44.0). Which one applies depends on procedures performed, secondary diagnoses (CC/MCC), and the patient's age and discharge status.
About the condition
Plain-language background from MedlinePlus (National Library of Medicine), not coding guidance.
Malnutrition
Malnutrition means that your body isn't getting enough calories or the right balance of nutrients to stay healthy. This can happen if you don't get enough protein, carbohydrates, and fats, eat too much unhealthy food, or don't get the vitamins and minerals your body needs.
Read more about malnutrition on MedlinePlusCode history
Valid since FY2016, when ICD-10-CM took effect on October 1, 2015. No changes since.