R62.52

R62.52

Billable

Short stature (child)

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

What This Code Means

A child is significantly shorter in height than expected for their age and genetic background.

Coding Tips

•Document the child's height percentile and compare to growth charts; note any family history of short stature
•Investigate underlying causes such as growth hormone deficiency, genetic conditions, or chronic illness

Excludes 1 — Do NOT code together

short stature due to endocrine disorder (E34.3-)

Code Hierarchy

└R62Lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood and adults └R62.5Other and unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood └R62.52Short stature (child)