F07.81
Billable

Postconcussional syndrome

Billable / Specific Code

What is Postconcussional syndrome?

ICD-10-CM F07.81 is the diagnosis code for Postconcussional syndrome. This code falls under the section "Mental disorders due to known physiological conditions" within Chapter 5 — Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01-F99). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for F07.81

✅ This Code Includes

  • Postcontusional syndrome (encephalopathy)
  • Post-traumatic brain syndrome, nonpsychotic

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as F07.81. They are mutually exclusive:

  • current concussion (brain) (S06.0X- with seventh character A)
  • postencephalitic syndrome (F07.89)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where F07.81 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is F07.81 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, F07.81 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does F07.81 mean?

F07.81 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Postconcussional syndrome". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of F07.81?

The parent code of F07.81 is F07.8 ("Other personality and behavioral disorders due to known physiological condition"). F07.81 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is F07.81 in?

F07.81 is located in Section F01-F09 — "Mental disorders due to known physiological conditions" within Chapter 5 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use F07.81?

Use F07.81 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Postconcussional syndrome" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Postconcussional syndrome?

The ICD-10-CM code for Postconcussional syndrome is F07.81.

Can F07.81 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, F07.81 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is F07.81 in?

F07.81 is in Chapter 5 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from F07.81?

Type 1 Excludes for F07.81 include: current concussion (brain) (S06.0X- with seventh character A); postencephalitic syndrome (F07.89).

Is F07.81 valid for 2026?

Yes, F07.81 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
F07.81
Postconcussional syndrome
Billable / Specific Code
5 — Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01-F99)
F01-F09 — Mental disorders due to known physiological conditions
2026 ICD-10-CM