ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for R63.3
Feeding difficulties
Coding Notes & Guidelines for R63.3
Excludes2: Not Included Here
- eating disorders (F50.-)
- feeding problems of newborn (P92.-)
- infant feeding disorder of nonorganic origin (F98.2-)
Inclusion Terms
Pediatric feeding dysfunction, acute
Inclusion Terms
Pediatric feeding dysfunction, chronic
Inclusion Terms
- Feeding problem (elderly) (infant) NOS
- Picky eater
Code Also
- , if applicable, associated conditions such as:
- aspiration pneumonia (J69.0)
- dysphagia (R13.1-)
- gastro-esophageal reflux disease (K21.-)
- malnutrition (E40-E46)
Code Also
- , if applicable, associated conditions such as:
- aspiration pneumonia (J69.0)
- dysphagia (R13.1-)
- gastro-esophageal reflux disease (K21.-)
- malnutrition (E40-E46)
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code R63.3 (Feeding difficulties)
ICD-10-CM code R63.3 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 R63.3 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about R63.3 - Feeding difficulties. 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 Feeding difficulties.