ICD-11 Codes
for 6A01.20 - Developmental language disorder with impairment of receptive and expressive language

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Understanding the Terminology for 6A01.20

This condition, identified by ICD-11 code 6A01.20, is formally known as Developmental language disorder with impairment of receptive and expressive language. It may also be referred to by several other clinical terms, including developmental receptive language disorder, mixed receptive and expressive language disorder, and developmental dysphasia or aphasia, receptive type.

Accurate Medical Billing with ICD-11 Code 6A01.20

For precise medical documentation and billing, the ICD-11 code 6A01.20 is used. This code specifically represents Developmental language disorder with impairment of receptive and expressive language. Healthcare providers utilize this classification for reporting patient diagnoses, ensuring accurate record-keeping and facilitating appropriate reimbursement processes. This is a billable ICD-11 code for services related to this specific language impairment.

Factors Contributing to Receptive and Expressive Language Disorder

Developmental language disorder with impairment of receptive and expressive language (6A01.20) originates during the developmental period, typically in early childhood. It is not attributed to other neurodevelopmental disorders, sensory impairments, or neurological conditions. While the precise etiology can be complex, familial patterns suggest a potential genetic predisposition. In some instances, it may be associated with specific chromosomal anomalies.

What is Developmental Language Disorder with Receptive and Expressive Impairment?

Developmental language disorder with impairment of receptive and expressive language, classified under ICD-11 code 6A01.20, is a neurodevelopmental condition. It is characterised by persistent difficulties in the acquisition, understanding, production, and use of language that manifest during the developmental period. These challenges lead to significant limitations in an individual's capacity for communication, specifically affecting both the ability to comprehend language (receptive) and to express oneself (expressive).

Diagnosing 6A01.20: Receptive and Expressive Language Deficits

The diagnosis of Developmental language disorder with impairment of receptive and expressive language (6A01.20) is made when an individual exhibits persistent deficits in language acquisition, understanding, production, or use. These deficits must be markedly below what is expected for their age and cause significant impairment in social communication or other important areas of functioning. Crucially, the language problems are not better explained by other neurodevelopmental disorders, sensory impairments, or neurological conditions.

Identifying Symptoms of 6A01.20

Individuals diagnosed with ICD-11 code 6A01.20 typically present with a combination of language challenges:

• A marked deficit in understanding spoken or signed language (receptive language), significantly below age-appropriate expectations.
• Persistent difficulties in producing and using spoken or signed language (expressive language).
• These combined impairments significantly affect overall communication effectiveness.