ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for Institutional syndrome
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Institutional syndrome (childhood)”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding Institutional syndrome
The ICD-10-CM code for Institutional syndrome is F94.2 (Disinhibited attachment disorder of childhood).
Within F94 (disorders of social functioning with onset specific to childhood and adolescence), F94.2 is specifically for Disinhibited attachment disorder of childhood. Related codes cover selective mutism (F94.0), reactive attachment disorder of childhood (F94.1), other childhood disorders of social functioning (F94.8) and childhood disorder of social functioning, unspecified (F94.9).
Don't report F94.2 together with the conditions in its Excludes1 note: reactive attachment disorder of childhood (F94.1).
The conditions in its Excludes2 note aren't part of F94.2, but may be coded alongside it if the patient has both: Asperger's syndrome (F84.5), attention-deficit hyperactivity disorders (F90.-) and hospitalism in children (F43.2-).
Don't confuse with (Excludes1 for F94.2)
- reactive attachment disorder of childhood (F94.1)
Common questions about Institutional syndrome ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for Institutional syndrome?
- F94.2 — Disinhibited attachment disorder of childhood.
Is F94.2 billable?
- Yes. F94.2 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can F94.2 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict F94.2 as a principal diagnosis.
Is F94.2 a CC or MCC?
- No. F94.2 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.