ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for F81.0
Specific reading disorder
Coding Notes & Guidelines for F81.0
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
- alexia NOS (R48.0)
- dyslexia NOS (R48.0)
Inclusion Terms
- 'Backward reading'
- Developmental dyslexia
- Specific learning disorder, with impairment in reading
- Specific reading retardation
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code F81.0 (Specific reading disorder)
ICD-10-CM code F81.0 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 F81.0 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about F81.0 - Specific reading disorder. 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 reading disorder.