F31.81– Bipolar II Disorder

F31.81 Diagnosis Code: Bipolar II Disorder

Clinical Description

• F31.81 is a diagnosis code used to identify bipolar II disorder, a mental health condition that involves episodes of hypomania and depression.
• Individuals with bipolar II disorder experience periods of abnormally elevated or irritable mood, increased energy, racing thoughts, and impulsivity during hypomanic episodes.
• During depressive episodes, they may experience sadness, hopelessness, loss of interest, fatigue, and other symptoms that interfere with daily life.
• Bipolar II disorder is considered a subtype of bipolar disorder and differs from bipolar I disorder, which involves full-blown manic episodes.
• Diagnosis is usually based on symptoms, medical history, and a mental health evaluation.
• Treatment options for F31.81 include medication, psychotherapy, and lifestyle changes.

Is F31.81 Billable?

Yes

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Clinical Information

• Bipolar II disorder can be challenging to diagnose, as hypomanic episodes may not be as severe or noticeable as manic episodes.
• Common symptoms of hypomania include increased energy, talkativeness, racing thoughts, distractibility, and risk-taking behaviors.
• Depressive symptoms may include sadness, low energy, loss of interest, insomnia, and suicidal thoughts.
• Individuals with bipolar II disorder may also experience mixed episodes, which involve symptoms of both hypomania and depression.
• Treatment for F31.81 often involves a combination of medication and psychotherapy, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) or interpersonal therapy (IPT).
• Lifestyle changes like regular exercise, healthy eating habits, and stress management can also help manage symptoms.

Synonyms Include

Bipolar affective disorder, current episode hypomanic

• Bipolar disorder, type II, current episode hypomanic
• Hypomania in bipolar disorder
• Hypomanic bipolar disorder
• Recurrent hypomania in bipolar II disorder

Other ICD-10 Codes Commonly Used for Bipolar Disorders

• F31.0: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic without psychotic features
• F31.1: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic with psychotic features
• F31.2: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed
• F31.4: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed
• F31.6: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, severe, without psychotic features
• F31.9: Bipolar disorder, unspecified

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