F32.89 – Other Specified Depressive Episodes

Learn more about other specified depressive episodes (F32.89) and how it is classified under ICD-10-CM.

By Karina Jimenea on Mar 21, 2025.

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F32.89 – Other Specified Depressive Episodes

F32.89 diagnosis code: Other specified depressive episodes

  • Other specified depressive episodes in ICD-10-CM fall under the category of mental, behavioral, and neurodevelopmental disorders, which includes disorders of psychological development but excludes symptoms, signs, and abnormal clinical findings not classified elsewhere.
  • This is applicable to atypical, post-schizophrenic, or "masked" depression and other specified depressive episodes not otherwise specified. 
  • Symptoms of this condition may include feelings of sadness, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, changes in sleep or appetite, irritability, and thoughts of death or suicide.

Is F32.89 billable?

Yes, this ICD-10 code is billable.

Clinical information

  • Major depressive disorder is a complex mental illness that requires the expertise of a medical professional or clinician to diagnose and treat accurately. It can manifest in various ways, including mood, behavior, and physical health changes. It is thought to be linked to genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors.
  • People with depression may experience an impaired ability to function daily, such as difficulty completing tasks at work or school and avoiding social activities.
  • Treatment for this condition typically includes a combination of psychotherapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and antidepressant medications. Other strategies, such as lifestyle modifications, support groups, and self-care techniques, may be helpful in managing symptoms.

Synonyms include

  • F33.8: Other recurrent depressive disorders
  • F33.9: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
  • F33.41: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in partial remission
  • F33.42: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in full remission

Other ICD-10 codes commonly used for depression

Here are ICD-10 codes commonly used for depression, in addition to F32.89: 

  • F32.0: Major depressive disorder, single episode, mild
  • F32.1: Major depressive disorder, single episode, moderate
  • F32.2: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic features
  • F32.3: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe with psychotic features
  • F32.4: Major depressive disorder, single episode, in partial remission
  • F32.5: Major depressive disorder, single episode, in full remission
  • F33.0: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
  • F33.1: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
  • F33.2: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe without psychotic features
  • F33.3: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic features

Commonly asked questions

What is diagnosis code F32.89?

The ICD-10-CM classifies F32.89 as "Other specified depressive episodes," a diagnosis within the range of Mental, Behavioral, and Neurodevelopmental disorders.

Is the F32.89 diagnosis billable?

Yes, this ICD-10 code is billable.

What are the common treatments for the F32.89 diagnosis code?

Common treatments for F32.89 vary depending on the severity of the individual's depression and other factors. Generally, treatment plans include psychotherapy (such as cognitive-behavioral therapy), antidepressant medications, lifestyle changes, or a combination of all three.

What is an F32 major depressive disorder?

F32, is a category code for depressive episode and should not be used for reimbursement purposes. It includes single episode of agitated depression, single episode of depressive reaction, single episode of major depression, single episode of psychogenic depression, single episode of reactive depression, single episode of vital depression. Meanwhile, it excludes bipolar disorder, manic episodes, recurrent depressive disorder, and adjustment disorders.

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