ICD-10 Code F50 – Eating disorders (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code F50 – Eating disorders
What it is
F50 covers eating disorders, a group of mental health conditions marked by disturbed eating behavior and related body-image concerns. Use it for the documented disorder category when the record does not specify a more precise subtype.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Common findings may include restrictive eating, binge eating, purging, or persistent preoccupation with weight, shape, or food.
When to use this code
Use F50 when the clinician documents an eating disorder but does not name a specific coded subtype. It is also appropriate when the record supports the broader category and the exact diagnosis is unclear. Check documentation if the note mentions anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, or another specified disorder.
Do not use for
Do not use F50 for eating problems caused solely by another medical condition, medication, or an acute gastrointestinal issue. If a more specific eating disorder diagnosis is documented, code that specific condition instead.
Coding tip
Code the most specific eating disorder documented, and query if the note only says “eating disorder” without enough detail.