R48
Non-billableDyslexia and oth symbolic dysfunctions, NEC
Dyslexia and other symbolic dysfunctions, not elsewhere classified
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
Excludes 2
Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both
- •abnormal findings on antenatal screening of motherO28
- •certain conditions originating in the perinatal periodP04-P96
- signs and symptoms classified in the body system chapters
- •signs and symptoms of breast,N63, N64.5
Child Codes (6)
ICD-11 Equivalents(1)
ICD-11 Equivalents
View full mappingCorresponding ICD-11 codes from the WHO crosswalk mapping
Also Known As / Clinical Terms(2)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for dyslexia and oth symbolic dysfunctions, nec?
The ICD-10-CM code for dyslexia and oth symbolic dysfunctions, nec is R48. The full clinical description is "Dyslexia and other symbolic dysfunctions, not elsewhere classified". R48 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code R48 mean?
ICD-10-CM code R48 represents “Dyslexia and other symbolic dysfunctions, not elsewhere classified”. It is classified under Chapter 18: Symptoms, Signs and Abnormal Clinical and Laboratory Findings and is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is R48 a billable code?
No, R48 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 6 child codes under R48.
What chapter is R48 in?
R48 is in Chapter 18: Symptoms, Signs and Abnormal Clinical and Laboratory Findings (codes R00-R99).
What codes cannot be used with R48?
R48 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: specific developmental disorders of scholastic skills (F81.-).
What are the subcategories under R48?
R48 has 6 child codes, including: R48.0 (Dyslexia and alexia), R48.1 (Agnosia), R48.2 (Apraxia), R48.3 (Visual agnosia), and 2 more.
What are the UMLS CUIs for R48?
R48 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0495695. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
How does R48 relate to ICF functioning codes?
ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like dyslexia and oth symbolic dysfunctions, nec affect a person's functioning — body functions, activities, participation, and environmental factors. AutoICD provides ICF Core Sets for 12+ conditions and can map clinical text to ICF categories automatically. Browse the ICF directory to explore functioning codes.
What is the ICD-11 equivalent of R48?
R48 maps to the ICD-11 code: MB4B.Z (Symbolic dysfunctions, unspecified).
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