F93.0
Billable

Separation anxiety disorder of childhood

Billable / Specific Code

What is Separation anxiety disorder of childhood?

ICD-10-CM F93.0 is the diagnosis code for Separation anxiety disorder of childhood. 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 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.

â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for F93.0

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

The following conditions are not included in F93.0. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • mood [affective] disorders (F30-F39)
  • nonpsychotic mental disorders (F40-F48)
  • phobic anxiety disorder of childhood (F40.8)
  • social phobia (F40.1)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where F93.0 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is F93.0 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, F93.0 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does F93.0 mean?

F93.0 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Separation anxiety disorder of childhood". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of F93.0?

The parent code of F93.0 is F93 ("Emotional disorders with onset specific to childhood"). F93.0 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is F93.0 in?

F93.0 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.

When should I use F93.0?

Use F93.0 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Separation anxiety disorder of childhood" 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 Separation anxiety disorder of childhood?

The ICD-10-CM code for Separation anxiety disorder of childhood is F93.0.

Can F93.0 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, F93.0 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is F93.0 in?

F93.0 is in Chapter 5 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is F93.0 valid for 2026?

Yes, F93.0 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
F93.0
Separation anxiety disorder of childhood
Billable / 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