F53
⚠ Non-billable
Mental and behavioral disorders associated with the puerperium, not elsewhere classified
ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Code
F53
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.
Excludes1 — never code together
- mood disorders with psychotic features (F30.2, F31.2, F31.5, F31.64, F32.3, F33.3)
- postpartum dysphoria (O90.6)
- psychosis in schizophrenia, schizotypal, delusional, and other psychotic disorders (F20-F29)
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code F53?
ICD-10-CM code F53 represents Mental and behavioral disorders associated with the puerperium, not elsewhere classified. 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 F53 billable?
No. F53 is a non-billable header. Select a more specific subcategory for claims submission.
What chapter is F53 in?
F53 belongs to the Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental Disorders chapter (F01–F99) of ICD-10-CM.
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