Non-specific code 2012 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code V85.5
Body mass index, pediatric
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BMI pediatric codes are for use for persons age 2-20 years old. These percentiles are based on the growth charts published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
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