Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM E64 is the diagnosis code for Sequelae of malnutrition and other nutritional deficiencies. This code falls under the section "Other nutritional deficiencies" 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 E64 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, E64 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
E64 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Sequelae of malnutrition and other nutritional deficiencies". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
E64 is located in Section E50-E64 — "Other nutritional deficiencies" within Chapter 4 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
E64 has 6 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: E64.0, E64.1, E64.2, E64.3, E64.8 and more.
Use E64 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Sequelae of malnutrition and other nutritional deficiencies" 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 Sequelae of malnutrition and other nutritional deficiencies is E64.
No, E64 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
E64 is in Chapter 4 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, E64 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.