F40.1
Non-Billable

Social phobias

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Social phobias?

ICD-10-CM F40.1 is the diagnosis code for Social phobias. 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.

💡 Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for F40.1

✅ This Code Includes

  • Anthropophobia
  • Social anxiety disorder
  • Social anxiety disorder of childhood
  • Social neurosis

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where F40.1 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 2 entries
F40.10Social phobia, unspecifiedBillableF40.11Social phobia, generalizedBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is F40.1 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, F40.1 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does F40.1 mean?

F40.1 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Social phobias". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of F40.1?

The parent code of F40.1 is F40 ("Phobic anxiety disorders"). F40.1 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is F40.1 in?

F40.1 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 F40.1?

F40.1 has 2 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: F40.10, F40.11.

When should I use F40.1?

Use F40.1 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Social phobias" 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 Social phobias?

The ICD-10-CM code for Social phobias is F40.1.

Can F40.1 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, F40.1 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is F40.1 in?

F40.1 is in Chapter 5 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is F40.1 valid for 2026?

Yes, F40.1 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
F40.1
Social phobias
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