Z6825 - Body Mass Index (BMI) between 25.0-25.9, indicating you are slightly overweight
International Classification of Diseases
What is a ICD-10 Code?
ICD-10 (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision) codes are used to classify and code all diagnoses, symptoms, and procedures recorded in association with hospital care. These codes provide a standardized way to track health conditions and their treatment outcomes.
Detailed Description
This code indicates that your Body Mass Index (BMI) falls between 25.0 and 25.9, which is classified as overweight according to standard medical guidelines. BMI is calculated using your height and weight to assess whether you're at a healthy weight. A BMI in this range means you weigh more than what's considered ideal for your height, but you're not yet in the obese category (which starts at BMI 30). This code is often used in home health services to document your current weight status as part of your overall health assessment and care planning. Your healthcare team may use this information to provide guidance on nutrition, exercise, or other health management strategies.
Additional Information
This is a documentation code used to record BMI status and does not represent a billable service by itself. Being slightly overweight may increase risk for certain health conditions, but many people in this BMI range are healthy. Individual health assessment should consider other factors beyond BMI alone.
Category
Health Status Documentation
Medical Specialty
General Medicine/Primary Care
Expected Costs
Your actual cost will depend on your insurance coverage, provider location, and specific circumstances.
What's Required Before This
- Height and weight measurements
- BMI calculation
What to Expect After
- Nutritional counseling if recommended
- Regular weight monitoring
- Discussion of healthy lifestyle habits
- Potential screening for weight-related health conditions
Why Understanding This Code Matters
On Your Medical Bill
This code appears on your medical bills to identify the specific service, procedure, drug, or medical diagnosis you received. Understanding what it means helps you verify you're being charged correctly and know what to expect.
For Your Health
Knowing what this code represents helps you understand your treatment plan, ask better questions during appointments, and track your healthcare journey more effectively.
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