F64.0
Billable

Transsexualism

Billable / Specific Code

What is Transsexualism?

ICD-10-CM F64.0 is the diagnosis code for Transsexualism. 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
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for F64.0

✅ This Code Includes

  • Gender dysphoria in adolescents and adults
  • Gender identity disorder in adolescence and adulthood
  • Gender incongruence in adolescents and adults
  • Transgender

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as F64.0. They are mutually exclusive:

  • gender identity disorder of childhood (F64.2)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where F64.0 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is F64.0 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, F64.0 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does F64.0 mean?

F64.0 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Transsexualism". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of F64.0?

The parent code of F64.0 is F64 ("Gender identity disorders"). F64.0 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is F64.0 in?

F64.0 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 F64.0?

Use F64.0 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Transsexualism" 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 Transsexualism?

The ICD-10-CM code for Transsexualism is F64.0.

Can F64.0 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, F64.0 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is F64.0 in?

F64.0 is in Chapter 5 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from F64.0?

Type 1 Excludes for F64.0 include: gender identity disorder of childhood (F64.2).

Is F64.0 valid for 2026?

Yes, F64.0 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
F64.0
Transsexualism
Billable / Specific Code
5 — Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01-F99)
F60-F69 — Disorders of adult personality and behavior
2026 ICD-10-CM