F84 vs F90
F84 (Pervasive developmental disorders) compared with F90 (Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorders), from the official CMS tabular data. Both may be reported when both conditions are documented (Excludes2).
Can these codes be reported together?
Yes, when both are documented. F90 carries an Excludes2 note covering F84: “pervasive developmental disorders (F84.-)”
Excludes2 marks distinct conditions — both may be reported when both are documented.
Side by side
| F84Pervasive developmental disorders | F90Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorders | |
|---|---|---|
| Billing status | Non-billable header | Non-billable header |
| Classification | F01-F99 — Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental Disorders (F01-F99) | F01-F99 — Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental Disorders (F01-F99) |
| Definition | Pervasive developmental disorders is a non-billable ICD-10-CM category code (F84). | Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorders is a non-billable ICD-10-CM category code (F90). |
| Includes | — | attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity attention deficit syndrome with hyperactivity |
Derived from the official CMS ICD-10-CM tabular data (FY2026). Not billing advice; verify sequencing rules for the encounter. All data sources