Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM E44 is the diagnosis code for Protein-calorie malnutrition of moderate and mild degree. This code falls under the section "Malnutrition" within Chapter 4 — Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases (E00-E89). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.
Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.
Understanding where E44 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, E44 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
E44 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Protein-calorie malnutrition of moderate and mild degree". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
E44 is located in Section E40-E46 — "Malnutrition" within Chapter 4 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
E44 has 2 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: E44.0, E44.1.
Use E44 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Protein-calorie malnutrition of moderate and mild degree" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Protein-calorie malnutrition of moderate and mild degree is E44.
No, E44 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
E44 is in Chapter 4 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, E44 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.