In our propensity-matched cohort, the average BMI in the GLP group was about 34, according to Dr
Indexing Coders should reference the FY2026 ICD-10-CM Tabular and Alphabetic Index (CMS) for the following main terms and subterms: 11
Its prevalence in the United States is approximately 41.9% of adults (CDC, 2024), making it one of the most frequently encountered diagnoses in inpatient, outpatient, and value-based care settings
AHA Coding Clinic (Recent Guidance) The following represents coding guidance and principles from AHA Coding Clinic relevant to obesity and BMI coding
Many patients are eligible for these medications through their insurance plans but are denied simply because the prior authorization was not completed correctly
1 This concern is especially relevant with the growing use of GLP-1 medications, which are effective for both diabetes glycemic control and obesity management