ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for physical child retardation
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Retardation › physical (child)”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding physical child retardation
The ICD-10-CM code for physical child retardation is R62.52 (Short stature (child)). The official index lists 1 more specific code, so check the documentation for details such as type, cause, site or severity before settling on R62.52.
Within R62.5 (other and unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood), R62.52 is specifically for short stature (child). Related codes cover unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood (R62.50), failure to thrive (child) (R62.51) and other lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood (R62.59).
Don't report R62.52 together with the conditions in its Excludes1 note: short stature due to endocrine disorder (E34.3-).
It is not a CC or MCC, so as a secondary diagnosis it doesn't change the MS-DRG severity level.
More specific physical child retardation codes (official index)
- due to malnutrition E45 — Retarded development following protein-calorie malnutrition
Don't confuse with (Excludes1 for R62.52)
- short stature due to endocrine disorder (E34.3-)
Common questions about physical child retardation ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for physical child retardation?
- R62.52 — Short stature (child). More specific codes apply when the documentation supports them: E45.
Is R62.52 billable?
- Yes. R62.52 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can R62.52 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict R62.52 as a principal diagnosis.
Is R62.52 a CC or MCC?
- No. R62.52 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.