ICD-10 Code E88.19 – Other lipodystrophy, not elsewhere classified (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code E88.19 – Other lipodystrophy, not elsewhere classified
What it is
E88.19 identifies other forms of lipodystrophy, meaning abnormal loss or redistribution of body fat that does not fit a more specific lipodystrophy code. Use it when the record documents lipodystrophy but does not name a different subtype.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Commonly, records describe localized or generalized fat loss, altered body fat distribution, or associated cosmetic and metabolic concerns.
When to use this code
Use E88.19 when the clinician documents lipodystrophy and specifies that it is other, unspecified by subtype, or not classified elsewhere. It is appropriate when the chart supports abnormal fat loss or redistribution, but no more precise diagnosis is recorded. Check documentation if the cause is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for a more specific lipodystrophy diagnosis when one is documented. Also avoid it if the note describes simple weight loss, malnutrition, or another metabolic disorder without lipodystrophy.
Coding tip
Code the most specific lipodystrophy term in the record and query if the type is vague.