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F33.1

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Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate

HCC Category Mapping

V28HCC 155Major Depressive, Bipolar, and Paranoid Disorders
0.425
V24HCC 59Major Depressive, Bipolar, and Paranoid Disorders
0.309
ESRDHCC 59Major Depressive, Bipolar, and Paranoid Disorders
0.000
RxHCCHCC 132Major Depressive Disorder and Other Mood Disorders
0.000

What This Code Means

Multiple episodes of depression throughout a person's life with moderate symptoms that noticeably affect daily functioning.

Coding Tips

  • Verify at least two prior episodes; document current episode severity as moderate
  • Assess functional impairment to confirm moderate rather than mild or severe classification

Clinical Significance

Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate represents a pattern of repeated major depressive episodes with the current episode causing meaningful functional impairment. Recurrent moderate depression indicates a chronic relapsing condition requiring ongoing medication management and typically longer treatment courses. This pattern significantly impacts quality of life, work productivity, and healthcare utilization.

Documentation Requirements

  • Provider documentation of major depressive disorder with recurrent episodes
  • History of at least two separate major depressive episodes
  • Current episode documented as moderate severity
  • Functional impairment in work, social, or personal domains documented
  • Current treatment plan including antidepressants and/or psychotherapy
  • Assessment of treatment response

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