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F78

Non-billable

Other intellectual disabilities

F78 is the ICD-10-CM code for Other intellectual disabilities. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as F78.A for billing.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
F01-F99
Subcodes
1
Edition
FY2026

F01-F99 Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

What 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,…

Read more about Developmental Disabilities at MedlinePlus ↗

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

No additional coding notes for this code.

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code F78?
F78 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Other intellectual disabilities". It falls under F01-F99 Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders.
Is F78 a billable code?
No — F78 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as F78.A) for billing.
What are the subcodes of F78?
F78 has 1 more specific child code, including F78.A.

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

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