F63.1
Billable

Pyromania

Billable / Specific Code

What is Pyromania?

ICD-10-CM F63.1 is the diagnosis code for Pyromania. This code falls under the section "Disorders of adult personality and behavior" 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
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for F63.1

✅ This Code Includes

  • Pathological fire-setting

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

The following conditions are not included in F63.1. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • fire-setting (by) (in):
  • adult with antisocial personality disorder (F60.2)
  • alcohol or psychoactive substance intoxication (F10-F19)
  • conduct disorders (F91.-)
  • mental disorders due to known physiological condition (F01-F09)
  • schizophrenia (F20.-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where F63.1 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is F63.1 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, F63.1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does F63.1 mean?

F63.1 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Pyromania". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of F63.1?

The parent code of F63.1 is F63 ("Impulse disorders"). F63.1 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is F63.1 in?

F63.1 is located in Section F60-F69 — "Disorders of adult personality and behavior" within Chapter 5 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use F63.1?

Use F63.1 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Pyromania" 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 Pyromania?

The ICD-10-CM code for Pyromania is F63.1.

Can F63.1 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, F63.1 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is F63.1 in?

F63.1 is in Chapter 5 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is F63.1 valid for 2026?

Yes, F63.1 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

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Code Details
F63.1
Pyromania
Billable / Specific Code
5 — Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01-F99)
F60-F69 — Disorders of adult personality and behavior
2026 ICD-10-CM