Question 1

Is F81 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, F81 is not a billable code. It is a category code that requires additional specificity. You must select a more specific code from the subcategories for billing purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code F81 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code F81 represents Specific developmental disorders of scholastic skills. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code F81?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for F81 is section:F80-F89 (Pervasive and specific developmental disorders (F80-F89)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

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