ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for F40.21
Animal type phobia
Coding Notes & Guidelines for F40.21
Inclusion Terms
Fear of spiders
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code F40.21 (Animal type phobia)
ICD-10-CM code F40.21 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 F40.21 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about F40.21 - Animal type phobia. 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 Animal type phobia.