F50 ICD Code: Eating Disorders

To what category of health conditions does the F50 ICD Code: Eating Disorders apply?

Eating disorders.

What are the instruction guides for coding priority for ICD code F50?

Underlying physical condition, if applicable, such as substance use disorder or medical condition contributing to the eating disorder.

What disorders are encompassed within ICD code F50?

Anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge-eating disorder, other specified feeding or eating disorders.

Clinical Information

Eating disorders involve disturbances in eating behavior or body image that lead to significant distress or impairment in daily functioning. These disorders may include inadequate or excessive food intake, preoccupation with body weight or shape, and compensatory behaviors such as vomiting or excessive exercise.

Additional Codes may apply