Period of rapid growth in childhood

This code signifies a normal, accelerated phase of physical development occurring during childhood, characterized by a noticeable increase in height and weight. It represents a physiological process rather than a pathological condition or disorder.

This code is appropriate when a healthcare provider documents a child experiencing a typical growth spurt without any underlying medical concerns or deviations from normal growth patterns. It can be used to indicate a routine observation during well-child visits or when growth is being monitored.

• Only assign this code when "rapid growth" or "growth spurt" is explicitly documented and considered a normal physiological event.
• Do not use this code for abnormal growth patterns, growth deficiencies, or excessive growth due to endocrine disorders; those require more specific codes.
• This code is generally used as a secondary diagnosis to provide context for a well-child visit or other primary reason for encounter.