E45

Billable

Retarded development following protein-calorie malnutrition

E45 is the ICD-10-CM code for Retarded development following protein-calorie malnutrition. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
E00-E89
Edition
FY2026

E00-E89 Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases

Includes

  • Nutritional short stature
  • Nutritional stunting
  • Physical retardation due to malnutrition

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code E45?
E45 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Retarded development following protein-calorie malnutrition". It falls under E00-E89 Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases.
Is E45 a billable code?
Yes — E45 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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