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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for crying

Choose a code from the options below based on the documentation.

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Crying (constant) (continuous) (excessive)”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding crying

The official ICD-10-CM index doesn't give a single default code for crying; the code depends on the details below.

More specific crying codes (official index)

  • child, adolescent, or adult R45.83 — Excessive crying of child, adolescent or adult
  • infant (baby) (newborn) R68.11 — Excessive crying of infant (baby)

Common questions about crying ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for infant crying?

R68.11 — Excessive crying of infant (baby).