All ICD10 Codes
F32Not billable, use a more specific code below

Depressive episode

In Mood [affective] disorders (F30-F39), chapter 5: Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental Disorders

10 billable codes under F32: 4 are a CC; 3 map to HCC 155 (Major Depression, Moderate or Severe, without Psychosis), HCC 152 (Psychosis, Except Schizophrenia).A CC or MCC (major CC) is a secondary diagnosis that raises the MS-DRG payment. An HCC counts toward a Medicare Advantage patient's risk score.

Instructional notes

Includes: conditions that are coded here

  • 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

Excludes1: not coded here, use a different code

  • bipolar disorder (F31.-)
  • manic episode (F30.-)
  • recurrent depressive disorder (F33.-)

Excludes2: not included here, code separately if applicable

  • adjustment disorder (F43.2)

All codes under F32

F32 can't be used on a claim. Pick a billable code below; grey headings group them.

MS-DRGs

As the principal diagnosis, the billable codes under F32 group to these MS-DRGs (v44.0). Which one applies depends on procedures performed, secondary diagnoses (CC/MCC), and the patient's age and discharge status.

Other codes that refer to F32

Notes on these codes point to F32.

  • F30 Excludes1: major depressive disorder, single episode (F32.-)
  • F31 Excludes1: major depressive disorder, single episode (F32.-)
  • F42 Excludes2: obsessive-compulsive symptoms occurring in depression (F32.-, F33.-)
  • F44.2 Excludes2: depressive stupor (F32, F33)
  • F63.2 Excludes2: depressive disorder with stealing (F31.-, F32.-, F33.-)
  • R40.1 Excludes1: depressive stupor (F31.-, F32.-, F33.-)
  • R53.83 Excludes2: exhaustion and fatigue due to depressive episode (F32.-)

About the condition

Plain-language background from MedlinePlus (National Library of Medicine), not coding guidance.

Depression

Depression is more than a feeling of being sad or irritable for a few days. It's a serious mood disorder. As one of the most common mental disorders in the United States, depression can affect how you think, feel, and your everyday life. You may not know why you feel this way, but even basic daily activities such as sleeping, eating, or working may become difficult. Depression often needs long-term treatment but getting help at the earliest sign of a problem can help manage your symptoms.

Read more about depression on MedlinePlus

Code history

Valid since FY2016, when ICD-10-CM took effect on October 1, 2015.

  • FY2022: Title changed. It was: Major depressive disorder, single episode.