All ICD10 Codes
F98Not billable, use a more specific code below

Other behavioral and emotional disorders with onset usually occurring in childhood and adolescence

In Behavioral and emotional disorders with onset usually occurring in childhood and adolescence (F90-F98), chapter 5: Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental Disorders

9 billable codes under F98: none are a CC or MCC; none map to an HCC.

Instructional notes

Excludes2: not included here, code separately if applicable

  • breath-holding spells (R06.89)
  • gender identity disorder of childhood (F64.2)
  • Kleine-Levin syndrome (G47.13)
  • obsessive-compulsive disorder (F42.-)
  • sleep disorders not due to a substance or known physiological condition (F51.-)

All codes under F98

F98 can't be used on a claim. Pick a billable code below; grey headings group them.

MS-DRGs

As the principal diagnosis, the billable codes under F98 group to these MS-DRGs (v44.0). Which one applies depends on procedures performed, secondary diagnoses (CC/MCC), and the patient's age and discharge status.

About the condition

Plain-language background from MedlinePlus (National Library of Medicine), not coding guidance.

Child Behavior Disorders

All kids misbehave some times. And some may have temporary behavior problems due to stress. For example, the birth of a sibling, a divorce, or a death in the family may cause a child to act out. Behavior disorders are more serious. They involve a pattern of hostile, aggressive, or disruptive behaviors for more than 6 months. The behavior is also not appropriate for the child's age.

Read more about child behavior disorders on MedlinePlus

Code history

Valid since FY2016, when ICD-10-CM took effect on October 1, 2015. No changes since.