R62.52
BillableShort stature (child)
R62.52 is the ICD-10-CM code for Short stature (child). It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
R00-R99 Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHDoes your child seem much shorter - or much taller - than other kids his or her age? It could be normal. Some children may be small for their age but still be developing normally. Some children are short or tall because their parents are. But some children have growth disorders. Growth disorders are problems that prevent children from developing normal height, weight, sexual maturity or other features. Very slow or…
Read more about Growth Disorders at MedlinePlus ↗Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.
Includes
- •Lack of growth
- •Physical retardation
- •Short stature NOS
Excludes1 — not coded here
- •short stature due to endocrine disorder (E34.3-)
Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code R62.52?
- R62.52 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Short stature (child)". It falls under R00-R99 Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified.
- Is R62.52 a billable code?
- Yes — R62.52 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
- What is excluded from R62.52?
- Excludes1 (not coded here): short stature due to endocrine disorder (E34.3-).
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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