Anorexia

This code signifies a loss of appetite or aversion to food, which can lead to insufficient nutritional intake. It is a symptom rather than a definitive diagnosis, often indicating an underlying medical or psychological condition.

Use this code when documentation explicitly states anorexia as a presenting symptom or a significant clinical finding, without specifying an underlying cause that has its own distinct code. It is appropriate when the provider is investigating the cause of the appetite loss or when it is a transient, unexplained symptom.

• Always attempt to code the underlying cause of anorexia if known and documented.
• Do not confuse this with Anorexia Nervosa (307.1), which is a specific eating disorder.
• This code is often sequenced as a secondary diagnosis when a more definitive primary condition is identified.