Anorexia nervosa, binge eating/purging type, in remission

This code signifies a current or past diagnosis of anorexia nervosa characterized by recurrent episodes of binge eating followed by compensatory purging behaviors (e.g., self-induced vomiting, laxative misuse), where the individual is currently in full remission. Full remission indicates that the individual's weight is within a healthy range, and there have been no episodes of binge eating or purging, or other anorexic behaviors, for a sustained period.

Use this code when a patient with a documented history of binge eating/purging type anorexia nervosa no longer meets the full diagnostic criteria for the disorder. This typically applies when the patient has achieved and maintained a healthy weight and has ceased all binge eating and purging behaviors. Documentation should clearly state "in remission" for this specific type of anorexia nervosa.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "in remission" for binge eating/purging type anorexia nervosa; do not assume remission based on weight alone.
• Distinguish carefully from other eating disorders in remission, such as bulimia nervosa, which has a different code.
• This code is for a history of the condition that is now resolved; do not use if any active symptoms are present.