ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for E45
Retarded development following protein-calorie malnutrition
Coding Notes & Guidelines for E45
Inclusion Terms
- Nutritional short stature
- Nutritional stunting
- Physical retardation due to malnutrition
About ICD-10-CM Code E45 (Retarded development following protein-calorie malnutrition)
ICD-10-CM code E45 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 E45 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about E45 - Retarded development following 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 Retarded development following protein-calorie malnutrition.