To what category of health conditions does the ICD code F45 Somatoform disorders apply?

Somatoform disorders.

What are the instruction guides for coding priority for ICD code F45?

Underlying physical condition, if applicable, such as medical condition causing the somatic symptoms.

What disorders are encompassed within ICD code F45?

Somatization disorder, undifferentiated somatoform disorder, hypochondriacal disorder, somatoform autonomic dysfunction, persistent somatoform pain disorder, other somatoform disorders.

Clinical Information

Somatoform disorders involve physical symptoms that cannot be fully explained by a medical condition. Symptoms may include pain, gastrointestinal disturbances, sexual dysfunction, or neurological symptoms. Individuals may experience significant distress or impairment in daily functioning.

Additional Codes may apply