ICD-9-CM 260 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 260 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015. For claims with a date of service on or after October 1, 2015, use an equivalent ICD-10-CM code (or codes).
A syndrome produced by severe protein deficiency, characterized by retarded growth, changes in skin and hair pigment, edema, and pathologic changes in the liver, including fatty infiltration, necrosis, and fibrosis. The word is a local name in gold coast, africa, meaning "displaced child". Although first reported from africa, kwashiorkor is now known throughout the world, but mainly in the tropics and subtropics. It is considered to be related to marasmus. (from Dorland, 27th ed)
Applies To
Nutritional edema with dyspigmentation of skin and hair