F70 ICD-10-CM Code: Mild intellectual disabilities
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
F70Mild intellectual disabilities
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where F70 sits
- 1
Chapter 5
Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01-F99)
- 2
Section
Intellectual Disabilities (F70-F79)
- 3
Category F70
Mild intellectual disabilities
- 4
Code F70
Mild intellectual disabilities
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
- IQ level 50-55 to approximately 70
- Mild mental subnormality
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for F70.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for F70.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for F70.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for F70.
Transparency
Source and release
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
Review the CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM sourceCode-specific guidance
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code F70 mean?
F70 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Mild intellectual disabilities.”
Is F70 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, F70 has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is F70 located in ICD-10-CM?
F70 is listed in Chapter 5, Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01-F99), within Intellectual Disabilities (F70-F79) (F70–F79), under category F70, Mild intellectual disabilities.
What coding notes are listed for F70?
Its listed inclusion terms are IQ level 50-55 to approximately 70; Mild mental subnormality. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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