ICD Code E44

ICD code E44 is moderate and mild protein-calorie malnutrition.

1. Unintentional weight loss or failure to gain weight appropriately for age

2. Body mass index (BMI) below the 18.5 threshold in adults, or below the 5th percentile for age in children

3. Evidence of muscle wasting or loss of subcutaneous fat

4. Reduced dietary intake or chronic insufficient nutrient consumption

5. Laboratory findings indicating mild protein-energy malnutrition (e.g., low serum albumin or prealbumin)

6. Clinical signs such as fatigue, weakness, or poor wound healing

7. Absence of severe complications or organ dysfunction associated with more advanced malnutrition

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code E44 include:

- 36415 (Collection of venous blood by venipuncture)

- 80050 (General health panel)

- 80053 (Comprehensive metabolic panel)

- 82306 (Vitamin D; 25 hydroxy, includes fraction(s), if performed)

- 82746 (Folate; serum)

- 83036 (Hemoglobin; glycosylated (A1C))

- 83735 (Magnesium)

- 84443 (Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH))

- 85025 (Complete blood count (CBC) with automated differential WBC count)

- 96372 (Therapeutic, prophylactic, or diagnostic injection; subcutaneous or intramuscular)

- 96365 (Intravenous infusion, for therapy, prophylaxis, or diagnosis; initial, up to 1 hour)

CPT code selection should be based on the specific services rendered and clinical documentation for ICD code E44.

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