ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for R43
Disturbances of smell and taste
Coding Notes & Guidelines for R43
Inclusion Terms
Mixed disturbance of smell and taste
Child Codes (More Specific Codes for R43):
About ICD-10-CM Code R43 (Disturbances of smell and taste)
ICD-10-CM code R43 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 R43 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about R43 - Disturbances of smell and taste. 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 Disturbances of smell and taste.