![]() ![]() ![]() A coder can’t code a weight diagnosis based on BMI calculations, lab values or other measurements.Ĭoders should use BMI codes only when there is an associated, reportable weight diagnosis, such as obesity. Coders must use the clinician’s statement to assign the corresponding E66 code. An additional code should be used to identify BMI, if known.Īccording to ICD-10-CM guidelines, the clinician should document that the member is overweight, obese or morbidly obese. Morbid (severe) obesity with alveolar hypoventilationĪn obesity diagnosis is based on the clinician’s diagnostic statement that the member has the condition. Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories ![]() ![]() Sample ICD-10-CM Codes for Overweight and Obesity
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