Conduct disorder, unspecified

This code represents a persistent pattern of behavior in which the basic rights of others or major age-appropriate societal norms or rules are violated. It encompasses a range of disruptive and aggressive behaviors, including aggression to people and animals, destruction of property, deceitfulness or theft, and serious violations of rules. The unspecified nature indicates that the specific type or severity of the conduct disorder is not documented.

Use this code when the medical record clearly documents a diagnosis of conduct disorder, but further specificity regarding the type (e.g., childhood-onset, adolescent-onset, with limited prosocial emotions) is not provided or cannot be determined from the available documentation. This code is appropriate when the clinician has diagnosed conduct disorder but has not specified the subtype or any associated features.

• Avoid using this code if documentation allows for a more specific conduct disorder code (F91.0-F91.3).
• Ensure the documentation supports a formal diagnosis of conduct disorder, not just isolated behavioral issues.
• Consider sequencing this code after any acute conditions or injuries that may have resulted from the conduct disorder.