ICD-10-CM R62.52: Short stature (child)

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for R62.52

Short stature (child)

Coding Notes & Guidelines for R62.52

Excludes1: Not Coded Here

short stature due to endocrine disorder (E34.3-)

Inclusion Terms
  • Lack of growth
  • Physical retardation
  • Short stature NOS

Parent Code (Less Specific):

R62 - Lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood and adults

About ICD-10-CM Code R62.52 (Short stature)

ICD-10-CM code R62.52 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 R62.52 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about R62.52 - Short stature (child). 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 Short stature.