E40Billable
Kwashiorkor
- Chapter
- 4. Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases
- Category
- E40
- Effective date
- October 1, 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code E40?
E40 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Kwashiorkor.
Is E40 a billable code?
Yes. E40 is billable and specific enough to be used on a claim.
What ICD-10-CM chapter is E40 in?
E40 falls under Chapter 4: Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases.
When did E40 become effective?
E40 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.
ICD-10-CM data maintained by CDC/CMS (public domain). Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making coding or billing decisions.