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F33.9

Billable

Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified

HCC Category Mapping

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

Recurring major depression where the specific severity level or remission status is not documented or specified.

Coding Tips

  • This is a default code used when the provider documents recurrent major depression but doesn't specify the current episode severity or remission status
  • Attempt to query the provider for more specific information to use a more precise code

Clinical Significance

Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified is used when the provider documents recurrent MDD without specifying the current severity or remission status. This code is commonly used but represents a documentation improvement opportunity, as specifying severity enables more accurate risk adjustment and treatment planning. Recurrent MDD is a significant chronic psychiatric condition requiring ongoing management.

Documentation Requirements

  • Provider documentation of recurrent major depressive disorder
  • History of at least two separate major depressive episodes
  • Provider should be queried for: current severity, remission status, presence of psychotic features
  • Treatment plan consistent with MDD management
  • Current medication list

Commonly Confused Codes

Code Hierarchy

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