ICD-10 Code F40.290 – Androphobia (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code F40.290 – Androphobia
What it is
Androphobia is a specific phobia involving an intense, persistent fear of men. Use this code when the chart documents a clinically significant fear that leads to avoidance or distress.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Commonly, you may see marked anxiety, panic-like distress, or avoidance when exposed to men or situations involving men.
When to use this code
Use F40.290 when the provider specifically documents androphobia or a fear of men as the diagnosed condition. It may also fit when the record clearly describes a specific phobia centered on men and the diagnosis is confirmed.
Do not assign it for vague discomfort, relationship conflict, or trauma history alone. Check documentation if the note only mentions anxiety without naming the phobic trigger.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for generalized anxiety, social anxiety, or fear related to a specific person unless androphobia is explicitly documented. Check documentation for the exact diagnosis.
Coding tip
Verify that the fear is documented as a phobia of men, not just anxiety in male-related settings, before assigning F40.290.