ICD-10-CM · F84.0
ICD-10 F84.0: Autistic disorder
Autism spectrum disorder.
Code
F84.0
Category
Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01-F99)
Clinical context
Autism spectrum disorder.
Documentation requirements
- DSM-5 criteria
- ADOS
Common related procedures
- 96127 screen
- ABA therapy
Common payer denial patterns
- ABA PA criteria
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10 F84.0 mean?
Autistic disorder
When is this code documented?
Autism spectrum disorder.
What documentation supports this code?
DSM-5 criteria; ADOS.
What are common denials associated with this diagnosis?
ABA PA criteria.
Related diagnoses
Sources
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