F50.81

Non-billable

Binge eating disorder

F50.81 is the ICD-10-CM code for Binge eating disorder. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as F50.810 for billing.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
F01-F99
Parent
F50.8
Subcodes
6
Edition
FY2026

F01-F99 Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

What are eating disorders? Eating disorders are serious mental health disorders. They involve severe problems with your thoughts about food and your eating behaviors. You may eat much less or much more than you need. Eating disorders are medical conditions; they are not a lifestyle choice. They affect your body's ability to get proper nutrition. This can lead to health issues, such as heart and kidney problems, or…

Read more about Eating Disorders at MedlinePlus ↗

Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.

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Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code F50.81?
F50.81 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Binge eating disorder". It falls under F01-F99 Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders.
Is F50.81 a billable code?
No — F50.81 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as F50.810) for billing.
What are the subcodes of F50.81?
F50.81 has 6 more specific child codes, including F50.810, F50.811, F50.812.

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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