ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for F68.A
Factitious disorder imposed on another
Coding Notes & Guidelines for F68.A
Inclusion Terms
- Factitious disorder by proxy
- Münchausen's by proxy
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code F68.A (Factitious disorder imposed on another)
ICD-10-CM code F68.A 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 F68.A became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about F68.A - Factitious disorder imposed on another. 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 Factitious disorder imposed on another.