F90

Non-billable

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorders

F90 is the ICD-10-CM code for Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorders. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as F90.0 for billing.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
F01-F99
Subcodes
5
Edition
FY2026

F01-F99 Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders

A group of disorders characterized by an early onset (usually in the first five years of life), lack of persistence in activities that require cognitive involvement, and a tendency to move from one activity to another without completing any one, together with disorganized, ill-regulated, and excessive activity. Several other abnormalities may be associated. Hyperkinetic children are often reckless and impulsive, prone to accidents, and find themselves in disciplinary trouble because of unthinking breaches of rules rather than deliberate defiance. Their relationships with adults are often socially disinhibited, with a lack of normal caution and reserve. They are unpopular with other children and may become isolated. Impairment of cognitive functions is common, and specific delays in motor and language development are disproportionately frequent. Secondary complications include dissocial behaviour and low self-esteem.

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

What is attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)? ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder. It is usually first diagnosed in childhood and often lasts into adulthood. But some people don't get diagnosed with ADHD until they are adults. ADHD involves: Having trouble paying attention (inattention) Having trouble controlling impulsive behaviors (impulsivity) Being overly active (hyperactivity) What are the types of…

Read more about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder at MedlinePlus ↗

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

Includes

  • attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity
  • attention deficit syndrome with hyperactivity

Excludes2 — not included here

  • anxiety disorders (F40.-, F41.-)
  • mood [affective] disorders (F30-F39)
  • pervasive developmental disorders (F84.-)
  • schizophrenia (F20.-)

Medications indicated for this condition

FDA labeling

Drugs whose FDA labeling lists this condition's category among its indications. Informational only — not a treatment recommendation or medical advice.

Conditions mapped to this code

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Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code F90?
F90 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorders". It falls under F01-F99 Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders.
Is F90 a billable code?
No — F90 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as F90.0) for billing.
What are the subcodes of F90?
F90 has 5 more specific child codes, including F90.0, F90.1, F90.2.

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

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