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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for speech defect

Choose a code from the options below based on the documentation.

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Defect, defective › speech”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding speech defect

The official ICD-10-CM index doesn't give a single default code for speech defect; the code depends on the details below.

More specific speech defect codes (official index)

  • developmental F80.9 — Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
  • specified NEC R47.89 — Other speech disturbances

Common questions about speech defect ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for developmental speech defect?

F80.9 — Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified.