ICD-10 Specific code F70: Mild mental retardation

Specific codes in ICD-10 are unique alphanumeric designations used to identify and categorize diseases, disorders, and conditions. They consist of 3-5 characters, including both letters and numbers, that provide a high level of detail and specificity.

Translations

Language Translation
Flag for English language  English Mild mental retardation
Flag for French language  French Retard mental léger

Hierarchical position

Level Code Title
1 V Mental and behavioural disorders
2 F70-F79 Mental retardation
3 F70 Mild mental retardation

Contents

Code Title
F70.0 With the statement of no, or minimal, impairment of behaviour
F70.1 Significant impairment of behaviour requiring attention or treatment
F70.8 Other impairments of behaviour
F70.9 Without mention of impairment of behaviour

Description

Approximate IQ range of 50 to 69 (in adults, mental age from 9 to under 12 years). Likely to result in some learning difficulties in school. Many adults will be able to work and maintain good social relationships and contribute to society.

Also includes

Feeble-mindedness
Mild mental subnormality

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