Ideal body weight in adults (body mass index [BMI]-based)

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IBW
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Notes

  • The default unit of measure for weight is kilograms. Please verify that the correct unit of measure has been selected.
  • This calculator determines ideal body weight based on a healthy body mass index.
    • Ideal body weight for females is calculated for a body mass index of 21.5.
    • Ideal body weight for males is calculated for a body mass index of 23.
  • Other methods for determining ideal body weight (eg, Devine) and adjusted body weight may be more useful for drug-dosing or weight management.

Equations used


IBW = Sex Factor [21.5 or 23] * (Height [cm] / 100)2
 

Associated Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes [LOINC]

Parameter LOINC's and Suggested Units
Height 8302-2 : cm      8301-4 : cm      3137-7 : cm      91370-7 : cm      3138-5 : cm      8306-3 : cm      

 
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Associated HCC ICD10-CM codes

Associated ICD9-CM codes

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