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DiagnosesAttention Deficit Disorder Without Hyperactivity

Attention Deficit Disorder Without Hyperactivity

ICD-10 Coding for Attention Deficit Disorder Without Hyperactivity(F90.0)

PRIMARY SPECIALTYPediatrics
COMPLEXITYHigh
LAST UPDATED09/15/2025
Sam Tuffun, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist | Medical Coding & Billing Contributor

Diagnosis Overview

What is Attention Deficit Disorder Without Hyperactivity?
Essential facts and insights about Attention Deficit Disorder Without Hyperactivity

Key Clinical Considerations:

  • Inattention to details, difficulty sustaining attention, forgetfulness in daily activities
  • Behavioral assessments, rating scales (e.g., Conners' Rating Scales), and clinical interviews
  • No significant hyperactivity or impulsivity observed during physical examination

Clinical Information

Clinical Criteria & Documentation Requirements

  • Patient history, behavioral assessment results, and treatment plan
  • ICD-10-CM terminology: F90.0 for ADD without hyperactivity
  • Example: 'Patient exhibits persistent inattention as per Conners' scale, no hyperactive behaviors noted.'

Coding Guidelines

Usage Guidelines & Examples

  • Follow guidelines for distinguishing between ADD and ADHD; avoid misdiagnosis.
  • Common errors include using hyperactivity codes for inattentive presentations.

Code Exclusions

Important Exclusions

  • Hyperactive-impulsive type ADHD, learning disorders, and mood disorders
  • F90.1 (ADHD, predominantly hyperactive-impulsive type)

Related ICD-10 Codes

Primary Codes
F90.0
Attention deficit disorder, predominantly inattentive type
Ancillary Codes
Z00.1
Differential Codes
F41.9
G47.33

Related CPT Codes

CPT codes will be available in a future update.

Specialty Focus

Primary Specialty

Pediatrics

Specialty Applications

  • Children aged 6-12, adolescents, and young adults
  • Pediatric clinics, mental health facilities, and educational settings

Coding Complexity

High Complexity

This diagnosis requires careful attention to:

  • Comprehensive clinical documentation
  • Accurate code selection based on clinical criteria
  • Proper exclusion considerations
  • Specialty-specific coding guidelines

Documentation

Documentation Templates

Billing Information

Billing Considerations

  • Ensure proper documentation for billing
  • Verify code specificity requirements
  • Check for any additional codes needed
  • Review payer-specific guidelines

Common Issues

  • Insufficient clinical documentation
  • Incorrect code selection
  • Missing supporting diagnoses
  • Timing and frequency documentation

Frequently Asked Questions

Documentation requirements?

Include detailed behavioral assessments and patient history.

Billing considerations?

Ensure accurate coding to avoid claim denials; consider therapy codes if applicable.