E43Billable

Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition

Chapter
4. Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases
Category
E43
Effective date
October 1, 2026

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code E43?

E43 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition.

Is E43 a billable code?

Yes. E43 is billable and specific enough to be used on a claim.

What ICD-10-CM chapter is E43 in?

E43 falls under Chapter 4: Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases.

When did E43 become effective?

E43 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.