ICD-10 Code F60.6 – Avoidant Personality Disorder (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code F60.6 – Avoidant personality disorder
What it is
F60.6 identifies avoidant personality disorder, a long-term pattern of social inhibition, feelings of inadequacy, and sensitivity to criticism. Use it when the record clearly documents this personality disorder.
Clinical signs
Common features include avoiding social or occupational activities that involve significant interpersonal contact, fear of criticism, and restraint in relationships. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use F60.6 when the clinician documents avoidant personality disorder as the diagnosis, especially in psychiatric assessments or ongoing behavioral health care. It may also apply when the chart describes pervasive avoidance and fear of rejection consistent with this disorder. Check documentation if the note is vague or only describes shyness.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for temporary social anxiety, situational withdrawal, or isolated fear of public speaking without a documented personality disorder. Do not assign it when the record lacks a clear diagnosis.
Coding tip
Code F60.6 only when the provider documents a personality disorder, not just anxiety-related behavior.