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R45.81

Billable

Low self-esteem

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

A feeling of inadequacy, lack of confidence, or negative self-perception about one's worth or abilities.

Coding Tips

  • •Document whether this is situational or persistent to help guide treatment planning
  • •Differentiate from depression or other mood disorders that may have low self-esteem as a symptom

Code Hierarchy

└R45Symptoms and signs involving emotional state└R45.8Other symptoms and signs involving emotional state└R45.81Low self-esteem
└R45.81Low self-esteem

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