ICD-10 Code F50.819 – Binge eating disorder, unspecified (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code F50.819 – Binge eating disorder, unspecified
What it is
F50.819 identifies binge eating disorder when the record does not specify a subtype or further detail. It refers to recurrent episodes of eating unusually large amounts of food with loss of control.
Clinical signs
Common documentation includes repeated binge episodes, eating rapidly, eating when not physically hungry, and distress about the behavior. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use this code when the clinician documents binge eating disorder but does not provide a more specific descriptor. It also applies when the note confirms the disorder and no additional coding detail is available. Check documentation if the record suggests another eating disorder.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for overeating without a diagnosed eating disorder or for bulimia nervosa. If the chart documents another specified eating disorder, code that diagnosis instead.
Coding tip
Code only after confirming the provider documents binge eating disorder, not just binge episodes.