ICD-Code F63.1: Pathological fire-setting [pyromania]
You have a recurring urge to start fires.
It is usually very difficult to control this urge. Before starting a fire, this urge is typically accompanied by an internal sense of tension. This tension is released as soon as the fire is started. You may also feel excitement or relief. The fires are usually started without any other purpose in mind. The very act of starting the fire is the primary focus. Fire in general is usually a deep source of fascination for people with this disorder. As a result, they are very preoccupied with this topic.
Additional indicator
On medical documents, the ICD code is often appended by letters that indicate the diagnostic certainty or the affected side of the body.
- G: Confirmed diagnosis
- V: Tentative diagnosis
- Z: Condition after
- A: Excluded diagnosis
- L: Left
- R: Right
- B: Both sides
Note
This information is not intended for self-diagnosis and does not replace professional medical advice from a doctor. If you find an ICD code on a personal medical document, please also note the additional indicator used for diagnostic confidence.Your doctor will assist you with any health-related questions and explain the ICD diagnosis code to you in a direct consultation if necessary.
Source
The explanation of the ICD code was provided by the non-profit organization “Was hab’ ich?” gemeinnützige GmbH on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Health (BMG).
