ICD-10-CM
ICD-10 code for Major depressive disorder: F32.9
The CDC title for "Major depressive disorder" is F32 (Depressive episode), a header that is not billable. When nothing more specific is documented, the billable code is F32.9, Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified.
Source: CDC ICD-10-CM FY2027 order file dated June 16, 2026. Publisher page
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Codes under F32, then other CDC titles that name major depressive disorder, single episode
A header groups codes and is not billed. A billable code is one you can report.
- F32Depressive episodeHeader
- F32.0Major depressive disorder, single episode, mildBillable
- F32.1Major depressive disorder, single episode, moderateBillable
- F32.2Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic featuresBillable
- F32.3Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe with psychotic featuresBillable
- F32.4Major depressive disorder, single episode, in partial remissionBillable
- F32.5Major depressive disorder, single episode, in full remissionBillable
- F32.8Other depressive episodesHeader
- F32.81Premenstrual dysphoric disorderBillable
- F32.89Other specified depressive episodesBillable
- F32.9Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecifiedBillable
- F32.ADepression, unspecifiedBillable
Excludes1
Excludes1 means these codes are not reported together.
From F32. A note on a category applies to every code under it.
Excludes2
Excludes2 means the other condition can be reported with this one when both are documented.
From F32. A note on a category applies to every code under it.
Related conditions
Related pages
- F32.9 code detailsNotes, nearby codes, CMS-HCC group
- Category F32Every code under it
- Chapter 5Mental, behavioral and neurodevelopmental disorders
- ICD-10 codes by conditionA to Z
- Check a list of ICD-10 codes
- Denial code CO-11Diagnosis does not support the procedure
- Denial code CO-146Diagnosis invalid for the date of service
- HCPCS Level II code lookup
Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for Major depressive disorder?
The CDC title for "Major depressive disorder" is F32 (Depressive episode), a header that is not billable. When nothing more specific is documented, the billable code is F32.9, Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified.
Is F32.9 billable?
Yes. F32.9 is a billable code in the FY2027 ICD-10-CM file. Use a more specific code when the record documents one.
What documentation notes apply to F32.9?
The CDC tabular list gives 3 Excludes1 notes (not coded together), 1 Excludes2 note (may be coded together when both are documented) for F32.9 and the categories above it. They are listed on this page.
What chapter is F32.9 in?
Chapter 5. Mental, behavioral and neurodevelopmental disorders.
When do ICD-10-CM codes change?
Every October 1, with the new fiscal year file. Some years add April 1 updates. This page uses the FY2027 file, effective October 1, 2026.