ICD-10 Code F95.1 – Chronic motor or vocal tic disorder (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code F95.1 – Chronic motor or vocal tic disorder
What it is
F95.1 identifies a tic disorder with either motor tics or vocal tics that persist over time. It is used when the condition is chronic and does not meet criteria for Tourette syndrome.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Typical findings include repeated, sudden, brief movements or sounds that may wax and wane, with onset in childhood and persistence for more than one year.
When to use this code
Use F95.1 when the record clearly documents chronic motor tics, chronic vocal tics, or both, and the provider does not diagnose Tourette syndrome. Code it for outpatient assessments, problem lists, and confirmed follow-up visits. Check documentation if the tic type or duration is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for transient tic disorder or Tourette syndrome. If the note only says “tic” without chronicity or type, check documentation before assigning F95.1.
Coding tip
Verify both the tic type and duration in the provider note before coding F95.1.