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F32 ⚠ Non-billable

Depressive episode

ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Code
F32
System
ICD-10-CM
Billable
No — use specific code
Effective
FY2026
Chapter
Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Source
CMS / CDC NCHS
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Official coding notes

From CMS's ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Includes
  • 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 — never code together
  • bipolar disorder (F31.-)
  • manic episode (F30.-)
  • recurrent depressive disorder (F33.-)
Excludes2 — not included here, but may code together
  • adjustment disorder (F43.2)

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code F32?
ICD-10-CM code F32 represents Depressive episode. It is a non-billable header code requiring a more specific subcategory in the Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental Disorders chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
Is F32 billable?
No. F32 is a non-billable header. Select a more specific subcategory for claims submission.
What chapter is F32 in?
F32 belongs to the Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental Disorders chapter (F01–F99) of ICD-10-CM.

Related codes in the F32 category

F32.0 Major depressive disorder, single episode, mild Billable F32.1 Major depressive disorder, single episode, moderate Billable F32.2 Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic features Billable F32.3 Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe with psychotic features Billable F32.4 Major depressive disorder, single episode, in partial remission Billable F32.5 Major depressive disorder, single episode, in full remission Billable F32.8 Other depressive episodes Non-billable F32.9 Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified Billable

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