ICD-10-CM code F60.7 describes dependent personality disorder. Excessive need to be taken care of, leading to submissive and clinging behavior. It is a billable, specific code valid for claim submission. It is grouped under the “Personality & Impulse-Control Disorders” section of the mental, behavioral, and neurodevelopmental disorders chapter.
When to use F60.7
These codes report enduring personality patterns and impulse-control disorders such as borderline, antisocial, and intermittent explosive disorder. Code the specific disorder when the criteria are met. For F60.7 specifically, excessive need to be taken care of, leading to submissive and clinging behavior.
Documentation & billing
Document the enduring pattern and its functional impact. Distinguish a clinical disorder such as OCD (F42) from the corresponding personality disorder such as OCPD (F60.5).
Common pitfalls
- Confusing obsessive-compulsive disorder (F42) with obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (F60.5).
- Using unspecified personality disorder when a specific type is documented.
- Coding impulse-control behavior under a conduct or personality code when the criteria differ.
Common search terms for F60.7
Clinicians often look up F60.7 using plain-language terms. This code maps to:
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10-CM code F60.7?
Dependent personality disorder. Excessive need to be taken care of, leading to submissive and clinging behavior.
Is F60.7 a billable ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. F60.7 (Dependent personality disorder) is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code that can be reported on a claim. Confirm the current official descriptor against the CDC code set and your payer’s policies before submitting.
What should I document to support F60.7?
Document the enduring pattern and its functional impact. Distinguish a clinical disorder such as OCD (F42) from the corresponding personality disorder such as OCPD (F60.5).