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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Mild Depression

ICD-10 Coding for Mild Depression

F32.0
F33.0

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for mild depression includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Mild Depressive Episode
Mild Major Depressive Disorder
mild mdd
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Mild Depression

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Mild Depression

Use ICD-10 code F32.0 for major depressive disorder, single episode, mild, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Major depressive disorder, single episode, mild

Billable Code
F32.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • PHQ-9 score between 5-9
documentation:
  • • Documentation of 'single episode' and 'mild'

Applicable To

  • • Single episode of mild depression

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'single episode' and 'mild' to avoid unspecified coding.

Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild

Billable Code
F33.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • History of previous depressive episodes
  • • PHQ-9 score between 5-9

Applicable To

  • • Recurrent episodes of mild depression

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'recurrent' to avoid unspecified coding.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for mild depression?

The ICD-10 code for mild depression is F32.0 for a single episode and F33.0 for recurrent episodes.

How is mild depression documented?

Document mild depression by specifying the episode type, severity, and using tools like the PHQ-9 to support the diagnosis.

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