ICD-10-CM · F42.9
ICD-10 F42.9: Obsessive-compulsive disorder, unspecified
OCD.
Code
F42.9
Category
Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01-F99)
Clinical context
OCD.
Documentation requirements
- DSM-5 criteria
- Y-BOCS
Common related procedures
- ERP therapy
- SSRI
Common payer denial patterns
- Specific OCD subtype if known
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10 F42.9 mean?
Obsessive-compulsive disorder, unspecified
When is this code documented?
OCD.
What documentation supports this code?
DSM-5 criteria; Y-BOCS.
What are common denials associated with this diagnosis?
Specific OCD subtype if known.
Related diagnoses
Sources
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