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Z68 - Body mass index [BMI]


The ICD 10 Code for Body mass index [BMI] is listed as Z68.
Additional information concerning this code and description can be found below including ICD 9 crosswalks / GEMS, chapter information, and DRGs where available.

ICD 10 CM Field Value
Diagnosis Code: Z68
Description: Body mass index [BMI]
  • Kilograms per meters squared
  • Note: BMI adult codes are for use for persons 21 years of age or older.
  • BMI pediatric codes are for use for persons 2-20 years of age. These percentiles are based on the growth charts published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Chapter Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99)
ICD-10-CM Children (deeper level / typically more specific) of Z68:
Z68.1 - Body mass index (BMI) 19 or less, adult
Z68.2 - Body mass index (BMI) 20-29, adult
Z68.3 - Body mass index (BMI) 30-39, adult
Z68.4 - Body mass index (BMI) 40 or greater, adult
Z68.5 - Body mass index (BMI) pediatric