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ICD-10 Coding for Major Depressive Disorder Recurrent in Partial Remission(F33.41)

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for Major Depressive Disorder Recurrent in Partial Remission. Includes clinical validation requirements, documentation requirements, and coding pitfalls.

Also known as:

Recurrent Major Depressive Disorder in Partial RemissionMDD Recurrent in Partial Remission

Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Major Depressive Disorder Recurrent in Partial Remission

F30-F39Primary Range

Mood [affective] disorders

This range includes all mood disorders, with F33.41 specifically for recurrent major depressive disorder in partial remission.

Key Information: ICD-10 code for major depressive disorder recurrent in partial remission

Essential facts and insights about Major Depressive Disorder Recurrent in Partial Remission

The ICD-10 code for major depressive disorder recurrent in partial remission is F33.41.

Primary ICD-10-CM Code for major depressive disorder recurrent in partial remission

Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in partial remission
Billable Code

Decision Criteria

clinical Criteria

  • Presence of residual symptoms and PHQ-9 score indicating partial remission

documentation Criteria

  • Detailed documentation of symptoms and treatment plan

Applicable To

  • Recurrent major depressive disorder in partial remission

Excludes

  • Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in full remission (F33.42)

Clinical Validation Requirements

  • PHQ-9 score between 5-14
  • Documentation of residual symptoms
  • Interval since last major depressive episode

Code-Specific Risks

  • Risk of under-documenting residual symptoms leading to incorrect coding

Coding Notes

  • Ensure documentation specifies 'recurrent' and 'partial remission' with detailed symptoms.

Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that should be used in conjunction with the main diagnosis codes when applicable.

Anxiety disorder, unspecified

F41.9
Use when anxiety symptoms are present alongside depression.

Insomnia, unspecified

G47.00
Use when insomnia is documented as a comorbid condition.

Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions to the primary diagnosis.

Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in full remission

F33.42
Use F33.42 when there are no significant symptoms for at least two months.

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common documentation and coding issues when documenting Major Depressive Disorder Recurrent in Partial Remission to ensure proper reimbursement, maintain compliance, and reduce audit risk. These guidelines are particularly important when using ICD-10 code F33.41.

Impact

Clinical: May lead to inappropriate treatment decisions., Regulatory: Non-compliance with documentation standards., Financial: Potential for denied claims or reduced reimbursement.

Mitigation Strategy

Use standardized templates for documentation., Regular training on documentation requirements.

Impact

Reimbursement: May lead to lower reimbursement rates., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines., Data Quality: Decreases accuracy of health data.

Mitigation Strategy

Ensure documentation supports the use of F33.41 by detailing symptoms and remission status.

Impact

Inadequate documentation of remission status can lead to audit issues.

Mitigation Strategy

Ensure detailed documentation of symptoms and remission status.

Documentation errors, coding pitfalls, and audit risks are interconnected aspects of medical coding and billing. Addressing all three areas helps ensure accurate coding, optimal reimbursement, and regulatory compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ICD-10 coding for Major Depressive Disorder Recurrent in Partial Remission, with expert answers to help guide accurate code selection and documentation.

Documentation Templates for Major Depressive Disorder Recurrent in Partial Remission

Use these documentation templates to ensure complete and accurate documentation for Major Depressive Disorder Recurrent in Partial Remission. These templates include all required elements for proper coding and billing.

Psychiatry Progress Note

Specialty: Psychiatry

Required Elements

  • Diagnosis
  • Clinical Status
  • Residual Symptoms
  • PHQ-9 Score
  • Treatment Plan

Example Documentation

Diagnosis: Recurrent Major Depressive Disorder Clinical Status: Partial Remission Residual Symptoms: Anhedonia, Insomnia PHQ-9: 10/27 (Date: 04/27/25) Treatment Plan: Maintain current dose of fluoxetine.

Examples: Poor vs. Good Documentation

Poor Documentation Example
History of depression, doing better on meds.
Good Documentation Example
Patient with recurrent MDD (3 prior episodes) currently in partial remission per PHQ-9=10 (4/27/25). Residual insomnia and anhedonia persist, but no longer meets full criteria. Last major episode ended 3 months ago.
Explanation
The good example provides specific details on the patient's history, current status, and treatment plan, supporting the use of F33.41.

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