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What is the diagnosis code for frailty? Exploring ICD-10 and Clinical Indicators

According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, frailty is not diagnosed by a single symptom or test but through a comprehensive clinical assessment. When it comes to medical documentation and billing, the primary diagnosis code for frailty is **R54, Age-related physical debility**, but accurate coding often requires including additional codes for associated conditions.

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