F94.2
Billable

Disinhibited attachment disorder of childhood

Billable / Specific Code

What is Disinhibited attachment disorder of childhood?

ICD-10-CM F94.2 is the diagnosis code for Disinhibited attachment disorder of childhood. This code falls under the section "Behavioral and emotional disorders with onset usually occurring in childhood and adolescence" 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 F94.2

✅ This Code Includes

  • Affectionless psychopathy
  • Institutional syndrome

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as F94.2. They are mutually exclusive:

  • reactive attachment disorder of childhood (F94.1)

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

The following conditions are not included in F94.2. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • Asperger's syndrome (F84.5)
  • attention-deficit hyperactivity disorders (F90.-)
  • hospitalism in children (F43.2-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where F94.2 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is F94.2 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, F94.2 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does F94.2 mean?

F94.2 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Disinhibited attachment disorder of childhood". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of F94.2?

The parent code of F94.2 is F94 ("Disorders of social functioning with onset specific to childhood and adolescence"). F94.2 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is F94.2 in?

F94.2 is located in Section F90-F98 — "Behavioral and emotional disorders with onset usually occurring in childhood and adolescence" within Chapter 5 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use F94.2?

Use F94.2 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Disinhibited attachment disorder of childhood" 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 Disinhibited attachment disorder of childhood?

The ICD-10-CM code for Disinhibited attachment disorder of childhood is F94.2.

Can F94.2 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, F94.2 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is F94.2 in?

F94.2 is in Chapter 5 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from F94.2?

Type 1 Excludes for F94.2 include: reactive attachment disorder of childhood (F94.1).

Is F94.2 valid for 2026?

Yes, F94.2 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousF94.1Reactive attachment disorder of childhoodNext →F94.8Other childhood disorders of social functioning
Code Details
F94.2
Disinhibited attachment disorder of childhood
Billable / Specific Code
5 — Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01-F99)
F90-F98 — Behavioral and emotional disorders with onset usually occurring in childhood and adolescence
2026 ICD-10-CM