F44
Non-Billable

Dissociative and conversion disorders

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Dissociative and conversion disorders?

ICD-10-CM F44 is the diagnosis code for Dissociative and conversion 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 F44

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

The following conditions are not included in F44. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • malingering [conscious simulation] (Z76.5)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where F44 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 9 entries
F44.0Dissociative amnesiaBillableF44.1Dissociative fugueBillableF44.2Dissociative stuporBillableF44.4Conversion disorder with motor symptom or deficitBillableF44.5Conversion disorder with seizures or convulsionsBillableF44.6Conversion disorder with sensory symptom or deficitBillableF44.7Conversion disorder with mixed symptom presentationBillableF44.8Other dissociative and conversion disordersNon-BillableF44.81Dissociative identity disorderBillableF44.89Other dissociative and conversion disordersBillableF44.9Dissociative and conversion disorder, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is F44 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, F44 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does F44 mean?

F44 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Dissociative and conversion disorders". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is F44 in?

F44 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 F44?

F44 has 9 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: F44.0, F44.1, F44.2, F44.4, F44.5 and more.

When should I use F44?

Use F44 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Dissociative and conversion 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 Dissociative and conversion disorders?

The ICD-10-CM code for Dissociative and conversion disorders is F44.

Can F44 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, F44 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is F44 in?

F44 is in Chapter 5 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is F44 valid for 2026?

Yes, F44 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
F44
Dissociative and conversion 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