ICD-10 Codes for Depression
In this blog post, Valant discusses the ICD-10 codes for depression, ranging from F32.0 to F32.9. It’s important to note coding changes frequently; the code for 2021 went into effect on October 1, 2020. As of this date, the ICD-10 diagnostic code for major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified is F32.9.
Check out the latest 2024 ICD-10 updates here.
Check out the 2023 ICD-10 updates here.
Other Uses for the ICD-10 F32.9 Code Related to Depression
While major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified is the typical diagnosis when clinicians bill their services under F32.9, the code can also describe the following:
- Depression, not otherwise specified (NOS)
- Depressive disorder, NOS
- Major depression, NOS
The front portion of this code, F32, describes a single episode of a major depressive disorder and the numeric portion from .1 to .99 includes behavioral, mental, and neurodevelopmental disorders.
Clinical Description and Symptoms of Depression
Depression is a mental health disorder characterized by persistent feelings of melancholy, sadness, or grief. People suffering from depression feel despair and loss of energy to the point it interferes with everyday functioning. The most common symptoms associated with depression include:
- Feelings of moving in slow motion due to lack of energy
- Feelings of worthlessness
- Loss of interest in activities previously enjoyed
- Prolonged sadness
- Significant weight gain or loss
- Sleeping too much or too little
Depression ICD-10 Codes F32.0 to F32.9 – Differentiation
The new coding breaks down the patient’s presentation and symptoms into the following categories:
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
No codes exist from F32.6 to F32.8. As stated above, F32.9 describes major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified.
Want to learn more about ICD-10 codes? Check out our information on other specific codes, such as ICD-10 Code for Anxiety, Unspecified – F41.9, ICD-10 Code for Generalized Anxiety Disorder – F41.1, ICD-10 Code for Altered Mental Status, Unspecified – R41.82, and ICD-10 Code for Suicidal Ideation – R45.851.
Valant Electronic Health Record Makes Entering ICD-10 Codes Simple
Clinicians using Valant’s intuitive EHR software can create, store, and organize diagnoses (with proper coding) in the patient’s digital chart within our application. Valant EHR software supports clients by automatically updating to the latest code version. We invite mental health practitioners to learn more about our services by requesting a demo today.
References / Sources:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/depression/symptoms-causes/syc-20356007
