F72
BillableSevere intellectual disabilities
F72 is the ICD-10-CM code for Severe intellectual disabilities. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
- Status
- Billable
- Chapter
- F01-F99
- Edition
- FY2026
F01-F99 Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHWhat are developmental disabilities? Developmental disabilities are conditions that are usually present at birth. They can affect a child's growth and development. These conditions can cause physical, learning, language, or behavior issues. They can include: Learning disabilities . These conditions affect the ability to learn. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This is a disorder that affects behavior, communication,…
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Includes
- •IQ 20-25 to 35-40
- •Severe mental subnormality
Conditions mapped to this code
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Frequently asked questions
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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