F93.0 – Separation anxiety disorder of childhood

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Behavioral and emotional disorders with onset usually occurring in childhood and adolescence

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code F93.0
Code
F93.0 (claims format: F930)
Description
Separation anxiety disorder of childhood
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
F90-F98 Behavioral and emotional disorders with onset usually occurring in childhood and adolescence
Parent codes
F93

Notes for F93.0

Excludes2 (not included here):
  • mood [affective] disorders (F30-F39)
  • nonpsychotic mental disorders (F40-F48)
  • phobic anxiety disorder of childhood (F40.8)
  • social phobia (F40.1)

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

Block F90-F98

Notes:
  • Codes within categories F90-F98 may be used regardless of the age of a patient. These disorders generally have onset within the childhood or adolescent years, but may continue throughout life or not be diagnosed until adulthood

Index terms for F93.0

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

Related codes in F93

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code F93.0?

F93.0 is the ICD-10-CM code for separation anxiety disorder of childhood, in the block F90-F98 (Behavioral and emotional disorders with onset usually occurring in childhood and adolescence).

Is F93.0 a billable code?

Yes. F93.0 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does F93.0 belong to?

It belongs to category F93 – Emotional disorders with onset specific to childhood.

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.