ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for E43
Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Coding Notes & Guidelines for E43
Inclusion Terms
Starvation edema
About ICD-10-CM Code E43 (Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition)
ICD-10-CM code E43 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM E43 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about E43 - Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition.