ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for F40.2
Specific (isolated) phobias
Coding Notes & Guidelines for F40.2
Excludes2: Not Included Here
- dysmorphophobia (nondelusional) (F45.22)
- nosophobia (F45.22)
Inclusion Terms
Fear of spiders
Inclusion Terms
Fear of men
Inclusion Terms
Fear of women
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code F40.2 (Specific)
ICD-10-CM code F40.2 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM F40.2 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about F40.2 - Specific (isolated) phobias. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Specific.