ICD-10 F32.9: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
Single MDD episode without severity specification. Use F32.0-F32.5 (mild/moderate/severe) when severity assessed.
Clinical context
Single MDD episode without severity specification. Use F32.0-F32.5 (mild/moderate/severe) when severity assessed.
Documentation requirements
- PHQ-9 score documented
- DSM-5 criteria met (≥5/9 for ≥2 weeks)
- Functional impairment
- Exclusion of bipolar/medical/substance causes
Common related procedures
- 96127 PHQ-9 administration
- 90832/90834/90837
- 99214
Common payer denial patterns
- MAT or specialty referral may need specific severity code
- Use F33.0 if recurrent
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10 F32.9 mean?
Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
When is this code documented?
Single MDD episode without severity specification. Use F32.0-F32.5 (mild/moderate/severe) when severity assessed.
What documentation supports this code?
PHQ-9 score documented; DSM-5 criteria met (≥5/9 for ≥2 weeks); Functional impairment; Exclusion of bipolar/medical/substance causes.
What are common denials associated with this diagnosis?
MAT or specialty referral may need specific severity code; Use F33.0 if recurrent.
Related diagnoses
- F10.20 — Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated
- F11.20 — Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
- F17.210 — Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
- F31.9 — Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F33.1 — Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F33.2 — Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe without psychotic features
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