Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for acute depression includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Acute Depression
Use ICD-10 code F32.1 for major depressive disorder, single episode, moderate, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
Family disruption
Use when family stressors such as divorce are documented as contributing factors.
The ICD-10 code for acute depression, specifically a moderate single episode, is F32.1. This code is used when the patient exhibits moderate symptoms with a PHQ-9 score of 10-14.
For a single episode of major depressive disorder with moderate severity, use ICD-10 code F32.1. Ensure documentation includes PHQ-9 scores and functional impairment details.