R43
Non-billableDisturbances of smell and taste
R43 is the ICD-10-CM code for Disturbances of smell and taste. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as R43.0 for billing.
- Status
- Header (non-billable)
- Chapter
- R00-R99
- Subcodes
- 5
- Edition
- FY2026
R00-R99 Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHOur senses of taste and smell give us great pleasure. Taste helps us enjoy food and beverages. Smell lets us enjoy the scents and fragrances like roses or coffee. Taste and smell also protect us, letting us know when food has gone bad or when there is a gas leak. They make us want to eat, ensuring we get the nutrition we need. People with taste disorders may taste things that aren't there, may not be able to tell…
Read more about Taste and Smell Disorders at MedlinePlus ↗Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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