ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for post-traumatic brain syndrome
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Post-traumatic brain syndrome, nonpsychotic”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding post-traumatic brain syndrome
The ICD-10-CM code for post-traumatic brain syndrome is F07.81 (Postconcussional syndrome).
Within F07.8 (other personality and behavioral disorders due to known physiological condition), F07.81 is specifically for Postconcussional syndrome. Related codes cover other personality and behavioral disorders due to known physiological condition (F07.89).
Don't report F07.81 together with the conditions in its Excludes1 note: current concussion (brain) (S06.0X- with seventh character A) and postencephalitic syndrome (F07.89).
Code first: the underlying physiological condition.
Don't confuse with (Excludes1 for F07.81)
Common questions about post-traumatic brain syndrome ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for post-traumatic brain syndrome?
- F07.81 — Postconcussional syndrome.
Is F07.81 billable?
- Yes. F07.81 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can F07.81 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict F07.81 as a principal diagnosis.
Is F07.81 a CC or MCC?
- No. F07.81 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.