ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for R64
Cachexia
Coding Notes & Guidelines for R64
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
- abnormal weight loss (R63.4)
- cachexia due to underlying condition (E88.A)
- nutritional marasmus (E41)
About ICD-10-CM Code R64 (Cachexia)
ICD-10-CM code R64 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 R64 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about R64 - Cachexia. 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 Cachexia.