Specific developmental disorder of motor function

This code represents a developmental disorder characterized by significant impairment in the development of motor coordination, which is not attributable to a general medical condition or intellectual disability. Individuals with this condition exhibit clumsiness, poor balance, and difficulties with fine and gross motor skills that interfere with daily activities and academic achievement.

Use this code when documentation indicates a primary diagnosis of developmental coordination disorder (DCD) or dyspraxia, where motor skill deficits are the central feature. This code is appropriate when the motor difficulties are not better explained by neurological conditions, muscular diseases, or pervasive developmental disorders.

• Ensure documentation clearly distinguishes primary motor coordination deficits from those secondary to intellectual disabilities (F70-F79).
• Do not code this alongside R26.- (abnormalities of gait and mobility) or R27.- (lack of coordination) as these are Excludes1 conditions.
• Look for terms like "developmental coordination disorder," "dyspraxia," or "clumsiness syndrome" in the diagnostic statement.