Mood Disorder ICD-10-CM Codes

What ICD-10 Codes are Used for Mood Disorder 

Mood disorders encompass a range of mental health conditions characterized by significant changes in mood and emotions. These disorders can greatly impact a person's daily functioning and overall well-being. The International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10), provides specific codes to classify and diagnose mood disorders. Here are some commonly used codes:

F30 - Manic episode: 

Represents a distinct period of abnormally elevated, expansive, or irritable mood, increased energy, and goal-directed behavior. It may involve symptoms such as decreased need for sleep, grandiosity, and impulsivity.

F31 - Bipolar affective disorder: 

Used to identify a recurrent episode pattern that includes both manic and depressive symptoms. Individuals may experience intense mood swings, ranging from manic highs to depressive lows, affecting their daily functioning.

F32 - Major depressive episode: 

Assigned when an individual experiences a single episode of major depression characterized by persistent sadness, loss of interest, and decreased energy. It may also involve changes in appetite, sleep patterns, and difficulty concentrating.

F33 - Recurrent depressive disorder: 

Indicates the presence of multiple episodes of major depression over time. The person may experience periods of remission followed by recurrent episodes of depressive symptoms.

F34 - Persistent mood [affective] disorders: 

Used for chronic and stable mood disorders, such as dysthymia (persistent depressive disorder). It involves a long-term depressed mood accompanied by other depressive symptoms lasting at least two years.

F38 - Other mood [affective] disorders: 

Covers mood disorders that do not fit precisely into any specific category mentioned above, including mixed affective states or atypical presentations.

F39 - Unspecified mood [affective] disorder: 

Used when there is insufficient information to specify a particular mood disorder diagnosis. It may be assigned when the symptoms are consistent with a mood disorder but do not meet the criteria for a specific subtype.

F40.2 - Phobic anxiety disorders: 

Denotes the presence of irrational and excessive fear reactions to specific objects or situations. Although primarily categorized under anxiety disorders, specific phobias can also contribute to mood disturbances.

F41.2 - Mixed anxiety and depressive disorder: 

Assigned when symptoms of both anxiety and depression are present but do not meet the full criteria for a specific mood or anxiety disorder. It often involves persistent low mood, worry, and physical symptoms of anxiety.

F43.20 - Adjustment disorder, unspecified: 

Represents maladaptive emotional or behavioral reactions to identified stressors, causing significant distress. While not exclusively a mood disorder, adjustment disorders can manifest with prominent mood-related symptoms.

Which Mood Disorder ICD codes are Billable: 

F30 - Manic episode: 

Yes. This code represents a distinct and billable episode of abnormally elevated mood and increased energy, requiring evaluation and treatment.

F31 - Bipolar affective disorder: 

Yes. Bipolar affective disorder involves recurring episodes of both manic and depressive symptoms, necessitating ongoing management and treatment.

F32 - Major depressive episode: 

Yes. A major depressive episode represents a significant and billable condition requiring diagnosis and treatment to alleviate symptoms and improve the individual's well-being.

F33 - Recurrent depressive disorder: 

Yes. Recurrent depressive disorder involves multiple episodes of major depression, requiring ongoing monitoring, treatment, and management to support the individual's mental health.

F34 - Persistent mood [affective] disorders: 

No. The code F34 represents chronic and stable mood disorders, such as dysthymia (persistent depressive disorder). While important for diagnostic purposes, it may not be billable as it signifies a long-term condition without acute exacerbations.

F38 - Other moods [affective] disorders: 

Yes. Other mood disorders, such as mixed affective states or atypical presentations, may require evaluation and treatment, making them billable.

F39 - Unspecified mood [affective] disorder: 

Yes. While representing an unspecified mood disorder, this code indicates the need for evaluation and potential treatment, making it billable.

F40.2 - Phobic anxiety disorders: 

No. Phobic anxiety disorders primarily fall under the category of anxiety disorders and may not be billed as a mood disorder unless a comorbid mood disorder is diagnosed.

F41.2 - Mixed anxiety and depressive disorder: 

No. Like phobic anxiety disorders, mixed anxiety and depressive disorder are primarily categorized under anxiety disorders and may not be billed as mood disorders alone.

F43.20 - Adjustment disorder, unspecified: 

No. Although presenting with mood-related symptoms, adjustment disorder falls under the category of stress-related disorders rather than mood disorders and may not be billed solely as a mood disorder.

Clinical Information

Mood disorders are a category of mental health conditions characterized by significant and persistent changes in mood and emotions. These disorders can profoundly impact an individual's daily functioning, relationships, and overall well-being. The International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10), provides specific codes to classify and diagnose mood disorders, facilitating accurate communication and treatment planning in mental health. Here are some key clinical points:

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• ICD-10 codes for mood disorders help healthcare professionals accurately diagnose and document different mood disorders based on specific criteria and symptoms.
• Commonly used ICD-10 codes for mood disorders include F30-F39 and F40.2, F41.2, and F43.20, which cover various mood disorders and related conditions.
• These codes include manic episodes, bipolar affective disorder, major depressive episodes, recurrent depressive disorder, persistent mood disorders, and other specified or unspecified mood disorders.
• Clinical descriptions of each code provide additional information about the characteristics, symptoms, and duration of the respective mood disorder.
• Accurate coding of mood disorders is essential for appropriate treatment planning, monitoring progress, conducting research, and ensuring proper reimbursement for healthcare services.

Synonyms Include:

• Affective disorder
• Emotional disorder
• Mood disturbance
• Mood dysregulation
• Mood dysfunction
• Mood disruption
• Mood instability
• Mood impairment
• Mood-related disorder
• Mood syndrome