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# F84.5 Asperger's syndrome

ICD-10-CM · [CMS code reference](#source)

**Official ICD-10-CM description:** Asperger's syndrome

## Coding notes

From the ICD-10-CM FY2027 (effective October 1, 2026) tabular list. Notes on a parent code or category apply here too.

### Also covers

-   Asperger's disorder
-   Autistic psychopathy
-   Schizoid disorder of childhood

### Code also

A second code may be needed. Sequencing depends on the encounter.

-   any associated medical condition and intellectual disabilities

## Related codes

-   [`F84.0` Autistic disorder ICD-10-CM](https://billingbrief.com/icd10/f84.0/)
-   [`F84.2` Rett's syndrome ICD-10-CM](https://billingbrief.com/icd10/f84.2/)
-   [`F84.3` Other childhood disintegrative disorder ICD-10-CM](https://billingbrief.com/icd10/f84.3/)
-   [`F84.8` Other pervasive developmental disorders ICD-10-CM](https://billingbrief.com/icd10/f84.8/)
-   [`F84.9` Pervasive developmental disorder, unspecified ICD-10-CM](https://billingbrief.com/icd10/f84.9/)

## Common questions

### Is F84.5 a billable code?

Yes. F84.5 is a billable ICD-10-CM code in the ICD-10-CM FY2027 (effective October 1, 2026) code set.

## From the source

Official description from [CMS](https://www.cms.gov/medicare/coding-billing/icd-10-codes).
ICD-10-CM FY2027 (effective October 1, 2026).

Code set

ICD-10-CM

Category

F84 Pervasive developmental disorders

Chapter

Mental, behavioral and neurodevelopmental disorders

Billable

Yes

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