F81.0 ICD-10-CM Code: Specific reading disorder
F81.0 is the billable ICD-10-CM code for “Specific reading disorder” in the FY 2027 U.S. code set, effective Oct 1, 2026.
Official description
F81.0Specific reading disorder
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Where F81.0 sits
- 1
Chapter 5
Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01-F99)
- 2
Section
Pervasive and specific developmental disorders (F80-F89)
- 3
Category F81
Specific developmental disorders of scholastic skills
- 4
Code F81.0
Specific reading disorder
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
- 'Backward reading'
- Developmental dyslexia
- Specific learning disorder, with impairment in reading
- Specific reading retardation
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for F81.0.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for F81.0.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- alexia NOS (R48.0)
- dyslexia NOS (R48.0)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for F81.0.
Source and release
- Data release
- U.S. ICD-10-CM · FY 2027
- Effective date
- Oct 1, 2026
- Publisher
- Vero Scribe Inc.
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.
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code F81.0 mean?
F81.0 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Specific reading disorder.”
Is F81.0 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, F81.0 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 F81.0 located in ICD-10-CM?
F81.0 is listed in Chapter 5, Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01-F99), within Pervasive and specific developmental disorders (F80-F89) (F80–F89), under category F81, Specific developmental disorders of scholastic skills.
What coding notes are listed for F81.0?
Its listed inclusion terms are 'Backward reading'; Developmental dyslexia; Specific learning disorder, with impairment in reading; Specific reading retardation. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: alexia NOS (R48.0); dyslexia NOS (R48.0). No Excludes2 note is listed.