F73
Billable

Profound intellectual disabilities

Billable / Specific Code

What is Profound intellectual disabilities?

ICD-10-CM F73 is the diagnosis code for Profound intellectual disabilities. This code falls under the section "Intellectual disabilities" 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

Coding Guidelines for F73

✅ This Code Includes

  • IQ level below 20-25
  • Profound mental subnormality

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where F73 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeF73 — Profound intellectual disabilities
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is F73 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, F73 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does F73 mean?

F73 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Profound intellectual disabilities". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is F73 in?

F73 is located in Section F70-F79 — "Intellectual disabilities" within Chapter 5 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use F73?

Use F73 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Profound intellectual disabilities" 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 Profound intellectual disabilities?

The ICD-10-CM code for Profound intellectual disabilities is F73.

Can F73 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, F73 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is F73 in?

F73 is in Chapter 5 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is F73 valid for 2026?

Yes, F73 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousF72Severe intellectual disabilitiesNext →F78Other intellectual disabilities
Code Details
F73
Profound intellectual disabilities
Billable / Specific Code
5 — Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01-F99)
F70-F79 — Intellectual disabilities
2026 ICD-10-CM