Tag: Diagnosis codes

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), malnutrition is a global health concern encompassing both undernutrition and overnutrition. When a healthcare provider documents a patient's malnutrition but does not specify the severity (e.g., mild, moderate, or severe), the appropriate ICD-10 code is E46 for unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition.

According to the World Health Organization, anemia affects over 2 billion people globally, with nutritional deficiencies being a major cause. Accurately coding a diagnosis of folic acid deficiency anemia is essential for proper medical billing, tracking public health data, and ensuring a patient receives appropriate treatment. This guide breaks down the specific ICD-10 codes used for this condition.