F81
⚠ Non-billable
Specific developmental disorders of scholastic skills
ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Code
F81
System
ICD-10-CM
Billable
No — use specific code
Effective
FY2026
Chapter
Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Source
CMS / CDC NCHS
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Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code F81?
ICD-10-CM code F81 represents Specific developmental disorders of scholastic skills. It is a non-billable header code requiring a more specific subcategory in the Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental Disorders chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
Is F81 billable?
No. F81 is a non-billable header. Select a more specific subcategory for claims submission.
What chapter is F81 in?
F81 belongs to the Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental Disorders chapter (F01–F99) of ICD-10-CM.
Related codes in the F81 category
F81.0
Specific reading disorder
Billable
F81.2
Mathematics disorder
Billable
F81.8
Other developmental disorders of scholastic skills
Non-billable
F81.9
Developmental disorder of scholastic skills, unspecified
Billable
F81.81
Disorder of written expression
Billable
F81.89
Other developmental disorders of scholastic skills
Billable
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