ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for childhood type schizophrenia
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Schizophrenia, schizophrenic › childhood type”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding childhood type schizophrenia
The ICD-10-CM code for childhood type schizophrenia is F20.9 (Schizophrenia, unspecified).
Within F20, choose F20.9 (unspecified) only when documentation doesn't support a more specific option: paranoid schizophrenia (F20.0), Disorganized schizophrenia (F20.1), Catatonic schizophrenia (F20.2), Undifferentiated schizophrenia (F20.3), residual schizophrenia (F20.5) and other schizophrenia (F20.8).
Use an additional code, if applicable, to identify: other specified cognitive deficit (R41.84-).
It is not a CC or MCC, so as a secondary diagnosis it doesn't change the MS-DRG severity level.
Common questions about childhood type schizophrenia ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for childhood type schizophrenia?
- F20.9 — Schizophrenia, unspecified.
Is F20.9 billable?
- Yes. F20.9 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can F20.9 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict F20.9 as a principal diagnosis.
Is F20.9 a CC or MCC?
- No. F20.9 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.