ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for reactive attachment childhood disorder
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Disorder (of) › reactive attachment (childhood)”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding reactive attachment childhood disorder
The ICD-10-CM code for reactive attachment childhood disorder is F94.1 (Reactive attachment disorder of childhood).
Within F94 (disorders of social functioning with onset specific to childhood and adolescence), F94.1 is specifically for reactive attachment disorder of childhood. Related codes cover selective mutism (F94.0), Disinhibited attachment disorder of childhood (F94.2), other childhood disorders of social functioning (F94.8) and childhood disorder of social functioning, unspecified (F94.9).
Don't report F94.1 together with the conditions in its Excludes1 note: disinhibited attachment disorder of childhood (F94.2) and normal variation in pattern of selective attachment.
The conditions in its Excludes2 note aren't part of F94.1, but may be coded alongside it if the patient has both: Asperger's syndrome (F84.5), maltreatment syndromes (T74.-) and sexual or physical abuse in childhood, resulting in psychosocial problems (Z62.81-).
Don't confuse with (Excludes1 for F94.1)
- disinhibited attachment disorder of childhood (F94.2)
- normal variation in pattern of selective attachment
Common questions about reactive attachment childhood disorder ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for reactive attachment childhood disorder?
- F94.1 — Reactive attachment disorder of childhood.
Is F94.1 billable?
- Yes. F94.1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can F94.1 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict F94.1 as a principal diagnosis.
Is F94.1 a CC or MCC?
- No. F94.1 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.