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DiagnosesLearning Disability

Learning Disability

ICD-10 Coding for Learning Disability(F70, R41.83)

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

Diagnosis Overview

What is Learning Disability?
Essential facts and insights about Learning Disability

Key Clinical Considerations:

  • Difficulty in reading, writing, or math skills that are significantly below age expectations
  • Inconsistent performance in academic settings despite adequate intelligence
  • Difficulty in processing information and following instructions

Clinical Information

Clinical Criteria & Documentation Requirements

  • Patient's developmental history and academic performance records
  • Specific learning deficits and their impact on daily functioning
  • Use of standardized tests to assess learning abilities

Coding Guidelines

Usage Guidelines & Examples

  • Follow guidelines for distinguishing between different types of learning disabilities.
  • Common errors include misclassifying the severity or type of learning disability.

Code Exclusions

Important Exclusions

  • Intellectual disability (ICD code 317-319)
  • Developmental coordination disorder (ICD code 315.4)

Related ICD-10 Codes

Primary Codes
315.00
Reading Disorder
315.1
Mathematics Disorder
315.2
Disorder of Written Expression
Ancillary Codes
F90.1
Differential Codes
F81.0
F70
F70
if IQ is below 70.

Related CPT Codes

CPT codes will be available in a future update.

Specialty Focus

Primary Specialty

Pediatrics

Specialty Applications

  • Children and adolescents with academic struggles
  • Pediatric clinics, schools, and special education 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

What are the documentation requirements?

Include detailed assessment results, educational history, and specific learning challenges.

What are the billing considerations?

Ensure accurate coding based on specific learning disabilities and document all relevant assessments.