E42

Billable

Marasmic kwashiorkor

E42 is the ICD-10-CM code for Marasmic kwashiorkor. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
E00-E89
Edition
FY2026

E00-E89 Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

What is malnutrition? Malnutrition means that your body isn't getting enough calories or the right balance of nutrients to stay healthy. This can happen if you don't get enough protein , carbohydrates , and fats , eat too much unhealthy food, or don't get the vitamins and minerals your body needs. Malnutrition can affect people of all ages, but children, older adults, and people with chronic (long-term) health…

Read more about Malnutrition at MedlinePlus ↗

Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.

Includes

  • Intermediate form severe protein-calorie malnutrition
  • Severe protein-calorie malnutrition with signs of both kwashiorkor and marasmus

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code E42?
E42 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Marasmic kwashiorkor". It falls under E00-E89 Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases.
Is E42 a billable code?
Yes — E42 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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