E66
Non-Billable

Overweight and obesity

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Overweight and obesity?

ICD-10-CM E66 is the diagnosis code for Overweight and obesity. This code falls under the section "Overweight, obesity and other hyperalimentation" 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.

â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for E66

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in E66. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • adiposogenital dystrophy (E23.6)
  • lipomatosis dolorosa [Dercum] (E88.2)
  • lipomatosis NOS (E88.2)
  • Prader-Willi syndrome (Q87.11)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where E66 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 6 entries
E66.0Obesity due to excess caloriesNon-BillableE66.01Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess caloriesBillableE66.09Other obesity due to excess caloriesBillableE66.1Drug-induced obesityBillableE66.2Morbid (severe) obesity with alveolar hypoventilationBillableE66.3OverweightBillableE66.8Other obesityNon-BillableE66.81Obesity classNon-BillableE66.811Obesity, class 1BillableE66.812Obesity, class 2BillableE66.813Obesity, class 3BillableE66.89Other obesity not elsewhere classifiedBillableE66.9Obesity, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is E66 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, E66 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does E66 mean?

E66 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Overweight and obesity". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is E66 in?

E66 is located in Section E65-E68 — "Overweight, obesity and other hyperalimentation" within Chapter 4 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of E66?

E66 has 6 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: E66.0, E66.1, E66.2, E66.3, E66.8 and more.

When should I use E66?

Use E66 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Overweight and obesity" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Overweight and obesity?

The ICD-10-CM code for Overweight and obesity is E66.

Can E66 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, E66 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is E66 in?

E66 is in Chapter 4 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is E66 valid for 2026?

Yes, E66 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousE65Localized adiposityNext →E66.0Obesity due to excess calories
Code Details
E66
Overweight and obesity
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
4 — Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases (E00-E89)
E65-E68 — Overweight, obesity and other hyperalimentation
2026 ICD-10-CM