Profound intellectual disabilities (F73) ICD-10-CM
The F73 code range covers profound intellectual disabilities with 1 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 1 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2026, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Inclusion Terms
These terms are the conditions for which that code is to be used. The terms may be synonyms of the code title, or, in the case of "other specified" codes, the terms are a list of the various conditions assigned to that code. The inclusion terms are not necessarily exhaustive. Additional terms found only in the Alphabetic Index may also be assigned to a code.
- IQ level below 20-25
- Profound mental subnormality
Codes in the F73 Range 1 codes · 1 billable
- F73 Profound intellectual disabilities
About the F73 Code Range
ICD-10 code F73 is used specifically to identify cases of profound intellectual disabilities, which represent the most severe level of intellectual impairment.
This code applies to individuals with significantly limited intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior, impacting daily living skills profoundly. The term profound intellectual disability is a common synonym that helps clarify that F73 addresses the most serious neurodevelopmental disorders of this type. Understanding that F73 corresponds to this severe diagnosis aids medical coders and healthcare providers in accurately documenting and communicating the patient's condition. When searching for the ICD-10 code for profound intellectual disabilities, F73 is the precise classification, ensuring clarity in treatment planning and resource allocation.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the F73 range?
Of the 1 codes in this range, 1 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the F73 range classify?
The range classifies profound intellectual disabilities. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
