ICD-9-CM 309.21 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 309.21 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015. For claims with a date of service on or after October 1, 2015, use an equivalent ICD-10-CM code (or codes).
2015/16 ICD-10-CM F93.0 Separation anxiety disorder of childhood
Approximate Synonyms
Separation anxiety
Clinical Information
An anxiety disorder characterized by recurrent excessive distress due to fear of separation from the home or from major attachment figures; the distress is developmentally inappropriate and causes impairment in social, academic, or other areas of functioning