F82
Billable

Specific developmental disorder of motor function

Billable / Specific Code

What is Specific developmental disorder of motor function?

ICD-10-CM F82 is the diagnosis code for Specific developmental disorder of motor function. This code falls under the section "Pervasive and specific developmental disorders" 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
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for F82

✅ This Code Includes

  • Clumsy child syndrome
  • Developmental coordination disorder
  • Developmental dyspraxia

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as F82. They are mutually exclusive:

  • abnormalities of gait and mobility (R26.-)
  • lack of coordination (R27.-)

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

The following conditions are not included in F82. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • lack of coordination secondary to intellectual disabilities (F70-F79)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where F82 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeF82 — Specific developmental disorder of motor function
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is F82 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, F82 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does F82 mean?

F82 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Specific developmental disorder of motor function". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is F82 in?

F82 is located in Section F80-F89 — "Pervasive and specific developmental disorders" within Chapter 5 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use F82?

Use F82 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Specific developmental disorder of motor function" 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 Specific developmental disorder of motor function?

The ICD-10-CM code for Specific developmental disorder of motor function is F82.

Can F82 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, F82 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is F82 in?

F82 is in Chapter 5 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from F82?

Type 1 Excludes for F82 include: abnormalities of gait and mobility (R26.-); lack of coordination (R27.-).

Is F82 valid for 2026?

Yes, F82 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
F82
Specific developmental disorder of motor function
Billable / Specific Code
5 — Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01-F99)
F80-F89 — Pervasive and specific developmental disorders
2026 ICD-10-CM