ICD-10 Code F50.810 – Binge eating disorder, mild (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code F50.810 – Binge eating disorder, mild
What it is
F50.810 identifies binge eating disorder, mild. Use it when documentation states a mild form of recurrent binge eating with associated distress, without the features of another eating disorder. Check documentation for the clinician’s severity statement.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include episodes of eating unusually large amounts of food with a sense of loss of control. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for frequency, distress, and whether compensatory behaviors are absent.
When to use this code
Use this code when the record specifically documents binge eating disorder and describes it as mild. It is appropriate for outpatient, behavioral health, or medical notes that clearly identify the diagnosis. If severity is not stated, check documentation before assigning F50.810.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for overeating without a documented eating disorder, or for bulimia nervosa with purging behaviors. Do not assume mild severity unless the provider documents it.
Coding tip
Match the code to the exact severity wording in the note, and query the provider if “mild” is not clearly documented.