F91
Non-Billable

Conduct disorders

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Conduct disorders?

ICD-10-CM F91 is the diagnosis code for Conduct disorders. 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 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.

⛔ Excludes1
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for F91

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as F91. They are mutually exclusive:

  • antisocial behavior (Z72.81-)
  • antisocial personality disorder (F60.2)

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

The following conditions are not included in F91. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • conduct problems associated with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (F90.-)
  • mood [affective] disorders (F30-F39)
  • pervasive developmental disorders (F84.-)
  • schizophrenia (F20.-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where F91 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 6 entries
F91.0Conduct disorder confined to family contextBillableF91.1Conduct disorder, childhood-onset typeBillableF91.2Conduct disorder, adolescent-onset typeBillableF91.3Oppositional defiant disorderBillableF91.8Other conduct disordersBillableF91.9Conduct disorder, unspecifiedBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is F91 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, F91 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does F91 mean?

F91 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Conduct disorders". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is F91 in?

F91 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.

What are the sub-codes of F91?

F91 has 6 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: F91.0, F91.1, F91.2, F91.3, F91.8 and more.

When should I use F91?

Use F91 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Conduct 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 Conduct disorders?

The ICD-10-CM code for Conduct disorders is F91.

Can F91 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, F91 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is F91 in?

F91 is in Chapter 5 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from F91?

Type 1 Excludes for F91 include: antisocial behavior (Z72.81-); antisocial personality disorder (F60.2).

Is F91 valid for 2026?

Yes, F91 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
F91
Conduct disorders
Non-Billable / Non-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