F84

Non-billable

Pervasive developmental disorders

F84 is the ICD-10-CM code for Pervasive developmental disorders. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as F84.0 for billing.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
F01-F99
Subcodes
6
Edition
FY2026

F01-F99 Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders

A group of disorders characterized by qualitative abnormalities in reciprocal social interactions and in patterns of communication, and by a restricted, stereotyped, repetitive repertoire of interests and activities. These qualitative abnormalities are a pervasive feature of the individual's functioning in all situations.

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological and developmental disorder that begins early in childhood and lasts throughout a person's life. It affects how a person acts and interacts with others, communicates, and learns. It includes what used to be known as Asperger syndrome and pervasive developmental disorders. It is called a "spectrum" disorder because people with ASD can have a range of symptoms. People…

Read more about Autism Spectrum Disorder at MedlinePlus ↗

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

Notes

  • any associated medical condition and intellectual disabilities

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Conditions mapped to this code

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Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code F84?
F84 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Pervasive developmental disorders". It falls under F01-F99 Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders.
Is F84 a billable code?
No — F84 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as F84.0) for billing.
What are the subcodes of F84?
F84 has 6 more specific child codes, including F84.0, F84.2, F84.3.

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

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