Localized adiposity (E65)

ICD-10 code E65 is used to identify localized adiposity, a condition characterized by an abnormal accumulation of fat in specific areas of the body. This code helps healthcare professionals document and track cases where excess fat deposits form in distinct regions rather than generalized obesity.

Localized adiposity is associated with various terms such as fat hypertrophy, fat pad syndrome, and insulin lipohypertrophy. These terms describe conditions like excess subcutaneous fat in areas including the abdomen, breasts, back, and limbs. The code also covers fat accumulation resulting from an adverse reaction to injections, like insulin or other medications, which can cause fat tissue to thicken locally. By using the ICD-10 code E65, medical coders can accurately capture diagnoses involving focal fat buildup, whether due to metabolic changes, external injections, or other localized causes, aiding in precise billing and medical record documentation for these specific fat distribution disorders.