F45
Non-Billable

Somatoform disorders

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Somatoform disorders?

ICD-10-CM F45 is the diagnosis code for Somatoform disorders. This code falls under the section "Anxiety, dissociative, stress-related, somatoform and other nonpsychotic mental disorders" within Chapter 5 — Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01-F99). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for F45

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in F45. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • dissociative and conversion disorders (F44.-)
  • factitious disorders (F68.1-, F68.A)
  • hair-plucking (F63.3)
  • lalling (F80.0)
  • lisping (F80.0)
  • malingering [conscious simulation] (Z76.5)
  • nail-biting (F98.8)
  • psychological or behavioral factors associated with disorders or diseases classified elsewhere (F54)
  • sexual dysfunction, not due to a substance or known physiological condition (F52.-)
  • thumb-sucking (F98.8)
  • tic disorders (in childhood and adolescence) (F95.-)
  • Tourette's syndrome (F95.2)
  • trichotillomania (F63.3)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where F45 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 6 entries
F45.0Somatization disorderBillableF45.1Undifferentiated somatoform disorderBillableF45.2Hypochondriacal disordersNon-BillableF45.20Hypochondriacal disorder, unspecifiedBillableF45.21HypochondriasisBillableF45.22Body dysmorphic disorderBillableF45.29Other hypochondriacal disordersBillableF45.4Pain disorders related to psychological factorsNon-BillableF45.41Pain disorder exclusively related to psychological factorsBillableF45.42Pain disorder with related psychological factorsBillableF45.8Other somatoform disordersBillableF45.9Somatoform disorder, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is F45 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, F45 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does F45 mean?

F45 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Somatoform disorders". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is F45 in?

F45 is located in Section F40-F48 — "Anxiety, dissociative, stress-related, somatoform and other nonpsychotic mental disorders" within Chapter 5 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of F45?

F45 has 6 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: F45.0, F45.1, F45.2, F45.4, F45.8 and more.

When should I use F45?

Use F45 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Somatoform disorders" 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 Somatoform disorders?

The ICD-10-CM code for Somatoform disorders is F45.

Can F45 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, F45 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is F45 in?

F45 is in Chapter 5 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is F45 valid for 2026?

Yes, F45 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousF44.9Dissociative and conversion disorder, unspecifiedNext →F45.0Somatization disorder
Code Details
F45
Somatoform disorders
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
5 — Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01-F99)
F40-F48 — Anxiety, dissociative, stress-related, somatoform and other nonpsychotic mental disorders
2026 ICD-10-CM