ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for verbal agnosia
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Agnosia (body image) (other senses) (tactile) › verbal”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding verbal agnosia
The ICD-10-CM code for verbal agnosia is R48.1 (Agnosia). The official index lists 3 more specific codes, so check the documentation for details such as type, cause, site or severity before settling on R48.1.
Within R48 (dyslexia and other symbolic dysfunctions, not elsewhere classified), R48.1 is specifically for agnosia. Related codes cover dyslexia and alexia (R48.0), apraxia (R48.2), visual agnosia (R48.3), other symbolic dysfunctions (R48.8) and unspecified symbolic dysfunctions (R48.9).
Don't report R48.1 together with the conditions in its Excludes1 note: visual object agnosia (R48.3).
It is not a CC or MCC, so as a secondary diagnosis it doesn't change the MS-DRG severity level.
More specific verbal agnosia codes (official index)
Don't confuse with (Excludes1 for R48.1)
- visual object agnosia (R48.3)
Common questions about verbal agnosia ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for verbal agnosia?
- R48.1 — Agnosia. More specific codes apply when the documentation supports them: R48.1, F80.2, F80.2.
What is the ICD-10 code for auditory verbal agnosia?
- R48.1 — Agnosia.
What is the ICD-10 code for developmental verbal agnosia?
- F80.2 — Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder.
Is R48.1 billable?
- Yes. R48.1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can R48.1 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict R48.1 as a principal diagnosis.
Is R48.1 a CC or MCC?
- No. R48.1 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.