ICD-10-CM F40.243: Fear of flying

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About ICD-10-CM Code F40.243 (Fear of flying)

ICD-10-CM code F40.243 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 F40.243 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about F40.243 - Fear of flying. 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 Fear of flying.