Constitutional tall stature

This code represents a diagnosis of constitutional tall stature, a condition where an individual's height is significantly above the average for their age and sex, without an underlying pathological cause. It is a variant of normal growth, often familial, and not associated with endocrine disorders or genetic syndromes.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of tall stature that has been determined to be constitutional, meaning it is not due to an identifiable medical condition. This diagnosis is typically made after ruling out other causes of excessive growth, such as growth hormone excess or specific genetic syndromes.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "constitutional" or "idiopathic" tall stature to differentiate from pathological causes.
• Do not use this code if the tall stature is a symptom of another underlying condition (e.g., Marfan syndrome, gigantism); instead, code the specific underlying condition.
• Consider additional codes for any associated symptoms or conditions, if documented, but only if they are not the cause of the tall stature.