F80.1 – Expressive language disorder

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Pervasive and specific developmental disorders

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code F80.1
Code
F80.1 (claims format: F801)
Description
Expressive language disorder
Billable
Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for
Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter
5. Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01-F99)
Block
F80-F89 Pervasive and specific developmental disorders
Parent codes
F80

Notes for F80.1

Applicable to:
  • Developmental dysphasia or aphasia, expressive type
Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • mixed receptive-expressive language disorder (F80.2)
  • dysphasia and aphasia NOS (R47.-)
Excludes2 (not included here):
  • acquired aphasia with epilepsy [Landau-Kleffner] (G40.80-)
  • selective mutism (F94.0)
  • intellectual disabilities (F70-F79)
  • pervasive developmental disorders (F84.-)

Index terms for F80.1

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Related codes in F80

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code F80.1?

F80.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for expressive language disorder, in the block F80-F89 (Pervasive and specific developmental disorders).

Is F80.1 a billable code?

Yes. F80.1 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does F80.1 belong to?

It belongs to category F80 – Specific developmental disorders of speech and language.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.