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ICD-10 Coding for Antisocial Personality Disorder(F60.2)

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for Antisocial Personality Disorder. Includes clinical validation requirements, documentation requirements, and coding pitfalls.

Also known as:

ASPDSociopathyDissocial Personality Disorder

Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Antisocial Personality Disorder

F60-F69Primary Range

Disorders of adult personality and behavior

This range includes personality disorders, with F60.2 specifically for Antisocial Personality Disorder.

Key Information: ICD-10 code for antisocial personality disorder

Essential facts and insights about Antisocial Personality Disorder

The ICD-10 code for antisocial personality disorder is F60.2, applicable to individuals meeting specific DSM-5 criteria.

Primary ICD-10-CM Code for antisocial personality disorder

Antisocial Personality Disorder
Billable Code

Decision Criteria

clinical Criteria

  • Patient exhibits at least three DSM-5 criteria for ASPD.

documentation Criteria

  • Conduct disorder documented before age 15.

Applicable To

  • Sociopathy
  • Dissocial Personality Disorder

Excludes

  • F60.3 Borderline Personality Disorder
  • F91 Conduct Disorders

Clinical Validation Requirements

  • At least three DSM-5 criteria since age 15
  • Conduct disorder history before age 15
  • Exclusion of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder

Code-Specific Risks

  • Incorrectly coding conduct disorder in minors as ASPD
  • Missing exclusion criteria for bipolar or schizophrenia

Coding Notes

  • Ensure documentation includes specific DSM-5 criteria and conduct disorder history.

Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that should be used in conjunction with the main diagnosis codes when applicable.

Conduct Disorders

F91.x
Use for patients under 18 with conduct disorder symptoms.

Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions to the primary diagnosis.

Borderline Personality Disorder

F60.3
ASPD is characterized by a lack of empathy and remorse, while borderline personality disorder involves emotional instability.

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common documentation and coding issues when documenting Antisocial Personality Disorder to ensure proper reimbursement, maintain compliance, and reduce audit risk. These guidelines are particularly important when using ICD-10 code F60.2.

Impact

Clinical: May lead to misdiagnosis or inappropriate treatment., Regulatory: Non-compliance with documentation standards., Financial: Potential claim denials due to insufficient documentation.

Mitigation Strategy

Use specific DSM-5 criteria in documentation, Verify conduct disorder history

Impact

Reimbursement: Incorrect coding may lead to claim denials., Compliance: Non-compliance with ICD-10 guidelines., Data Quality: Inaccurate patient records and statistics.

Mitigation Strategy

Use F91.x for conduct disorder in patients under 18.

Impact

Inaccurate or incomplete documentation of ASPD criteria.

Mitigation Strategy

Implement regular training on DSM-5 criteria and documentation standards.

Documentation errors, coding pitfalls, and audit risks are interconnected aspects of medical coding and billing. Addressing all three areas helps ensure accurate coding, optimal reimbursement, and regulatory compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ICD-10 coding for Antisocial Personality Disorder, with expert answers to help guide accurate code selection and documentation.

Documentation Templates for Antisocial Personality Disorder

Use these documentation templates to ensure complete and accurate documentation for Antisocial Personality Disorder. These templates include all required elements for proper coding and billing.

Initial Psychiatric Evaluation

Specialty: Psychiatry

Required Elements

  • Patient demographics
  • DSM-5 criteria met
  • Conduct disorder history
  • Exclusion of other mental disorders

Example Documentation

Patient, 25, exhibits deceitfulness, impulsivity, and lack of remorse. Conduct disorder documented at age 14. Rule-out bipolar: negative.

Examples: Poor vs. Good Documentation

Poor Documentation Example
Patient has ASPD. Will follow up.
Good Documentation Example
Patient meets F60.2 criteria: deceitfulness, aggression, lack of remorse. Conduct disorder at age 13. No psychosis on MSE.
Explanation
The good example provides specific DSM-5 criteria and conduct disorder history, ensuring accurate coding.

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