ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for F94.0
Selective mutism
Coding Notes & Guidelines for F94.0
Excludes2: Not Included Here
- pervasive developmental disorders (F84.-)
- schizophrenia (F20.-)
- specific developmental disorders of speech and language (F80.-)
- transient mutism as part of separation anxiety in young children (F93.0)
Inclusion Terms
Elective mutism
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code F94.0 (Selective mutism)
ICD-10-CM code F94.0 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 F94.0 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about F94.0 - Selective mutism. 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 Selective mutism.