Retarded development following protein-calorie malnutrition (E45) ICD-10-CM
The E45 code range covers retarded development following protein-calorie malnutrition with 1 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 1 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2026, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Inclusion Terms
These terms are the conditions for which that code is to be used. The terms may be synonyms of the code title, or, in the case of "other specified" codes, the terms are a list of the various conditions assigned to that code. The inclusion terms are not necessarily exhaustive. Additional terms found only in the Alphabetic Index may also be assigned to a code.
- Nutritional short stature
- Nutritional stunting
- Physical retardation due to malnutrition
Codes in the E45 Range 1 codes · 1 billable
- E45 Retarded development following protein-calorie malnutrition
About the E45 Code Range
The ICD-10 code E45 is specifically used to classify slowed or delayed development caused by protein-calorie malnutrition. This code applies when malnutrition has resulted in physical or developmental stunting.
E45nutritional stunting and arrested development following protein-calorie malnutrition. It includes cases where there is lasting physical growth delay or muscle wasting due to insufficient protein and calorie intake. Synonyms like developmental academic disorder due to nutritional stunting and nutritional muscular degeneration reflect the same underlying issue and help clarify coding choices when documentation describes related terms. This ICD-10 code ensures proper classification of sequelae from protein-energy malnutrition, identifying health problems where growth and development have been impaired by past nutritional deficiencies during infancy, childhood, or adolescence.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the E45 range?
Of the 1 codes in this range, 1 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the E45 range classify?
The range classifies retarded development following protein-calorie malnutrition. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
