E63 ICD-10-CM Code: Other nutritional deficiencies
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
E63Other nutritional deficiencies
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where E63 sits
- 1
Chapter 4
Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases (E00-E89)
- 2
Section
Other nutritional deficiencies (E50-E64)
- 3
Category E63
Other nutritional deficiencies
- 4
Code E63
Other nutritional deficiencies
More specific choices
Codes under E63
E63 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for E63.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for E63.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for E63.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for E63.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
- dehydration (E86.0)
- failure to thrive, adult (R62.7)
- failure to thrive, child (R62.51)
- feeding problems in newborn (P92.-)
- sequelae of malnutrition and other nutritional deficiencies (E64.-)
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code E63 mean?
E63 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Other nutritional deficiencies.”
Is E63 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. E63 has more specific child codes in the FY 2027 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is E63 located in ICD-10-CM?
E63 is listed in Chapter 4, Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases (E00-E89), within Other nutritional deficiencies (E50-E64) (E50–E64), under category E63, Other nutritional deficiencies.
What coding notes are listed for E63?
No inclusion terms are listed for E63 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. Excludes2 notes: dehydration (E86.0); failure to thrive, adult (R62.7); failure to thrive, child (R62.51); feeding problems in newborn (P92.-); sequelae of malnutrition and other nutritional deficiencies (E64.-).
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