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Autistic disorder. F84.0 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM F84.0 became effective on October 1, 2024. This is the American ICD-10-CM version of F84.0 - other international versions of ICD-10 F84.0 may differ.
Now turning to the ICD-10-CM, the system classifies “AUTISM” in Chapter 5 Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01-F99). When looking up the word “Autism” in the alphabetic index there are three entries which represents two code choices, F84.0 infantile and F84.9 atypical: Autism, autistic (childhood) (infantile) F84.0 ...
F84.0 is a billable diagnosis code used to specify autistic disorder. Synonyms: active infantile autism, adnp-related multiple congenital anomalies, intellectual.
The ICD code F840 is used to code Autism. Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by impaired social interaction, verbal and non-verbal communication, and restricted and repetitive behavior. Parents usually notice signs in the first two years of their child's life.
Get crucial instructions for accurate ICD-10-CM F84.0 coding with all applicable Excludes 1 and Excludes 2 notes from the section level conveniently shown with each code.
F84.0 is a valid billable ICD-10 diagnosis code for Autistic disorder. It is found in the 2025 version of the ICD-10 Clinical Modification (CM) and can be used in all HIPAA-covered transactions from Oct 01, 2024 - Sep 30, 2025. ↓ See below for any exclusions, inclusions or special notations
Understand autism ICD-10 codes and their significance in diagnosing autism spectrum disorders. Learn about the International Classification of Diseases 10th Revision criteria for ASD and its implications for healthcare and research.
The F84.0 code, representing Autism Spectrum Disorder in the ICD-10 system, is far more than a simple alphanumeric sequence. It serves as a crucial tool in the diagnosis, treatment, and understanding of autism, with implications that extend far beyond the clinical setting.
The primary ICD-10 code for Autism Spectrum Disorder is F84.0. This code encompasses the entire spectrum of autism-related conditions, replacing the previously used separate codes for autistic disorder, Asperger’s syndrome, and pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS) in the ICD-9 system.
To meet diagnostic criteria for ASD according to DSM-5, a child must have persistent deficits in each of three areas of social communication and interaction (see A.1. through A.3. below) plus at least two of four types of restricted, repetitive behaviors (see B.1. through B.4. below).