F90 - Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorders

Version 2023
ICD-10:F90
Short Description:Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorders
Long Description:Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorders
Status: Not Valid for Submission
Version:ICD-10-CM 2023
Code Classification:
  • Mental and behavioural disorders (F00–F99)
    • Behavioral and emotional disorders with onset usually occurring in childhood and adolescence (F90-F98)
      • Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorders (F90)

F90 is a non-specific and non-billable ICD-10 code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorders. The code is not specific and is NOT valid for the year 2023 for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions. Category or Header define the heading of a category of codes that may be further subdivided by the use of 4th, 5th, 6th or 7th characters.

Specific Coding for Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorders

Non-specific codes like F90 require more digits to indicate the appropriate level of specificity. Consider using any of the following ICD-10 codes with a higher level of specificity when coding for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorders:

  • BILLABLE CODE - Use F90.0 for Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
  • BILLABLE CODE - Use F90.1 for Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly hyperactive type
  • BILLABLE CODE - Use F90.2 for Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
  • BILLABLE CODE - Use F90.8 for Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, other type
  • BILLABLE CODE - Use F90.9 for Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

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Patient Education


Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Is it hard for your child to sit still? Does your child act without thinking first? Does your child start but not finish things? If so, your child may have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Nearly everyone shows some of these behaviors at times, but ADHD lasts more than 6 months and causes problems in school, at home and in social situations.

ADHD is more common in boys than girls. It affects 3 to 5% of all American children.

The main features of ADHD are:

No one knows exactly what causes ADHD. It sometimes runs in families, so genetics may be a factor. There may also be environmental factors.

A complete evaluation by a trained professional is the only way to know for sure if your child has ADHD. Treatment may include medicine to control symptoms, therapy, or both. Structure at home and at school is important. Parent training may also help.

NIH: National Institute of Mental Health


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