Fatigue can be coded in ICD-10 under R53. The full code is R53.83, which is the code for “other fatigue.” This code can be used to describe fatigue that is not due to a specific medical condition, such as fatigue associated with a mental health disorder or general fatigue that is not explained by any known cause.
Here are some examples of how R53.83 might be used in coding:
- R53.83, Other fatigue: This code can be used when a patient reports feeling tired or lacking energy, but there is no clear medical reason for their fatigue.
- R53.83, Chronic fatigue, unspecified: This code can be used to describe ongoing fatigue that is not attributed to any specific medical condition.
- R53.83, Post-viral fatigue syndrome, unspecified: This code can be used when a patient experiences ongoing fatigue after a viral illness, but there is not enough evidence to diagnose a specific post-viral fatigue syndrome.
It is important to note that there are many potential causes of fatigue, and the appropriate ICD-10 code will depend on the underlying cause. A healthcare provider should carefully evaluate a patient’s symptoms and medical history before assigning a fatigue code.