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ICD-10 Coding for Bipolar Affective Disorder in Remission(F31.71, F31.3, F31.7)

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Learn about ICD-10 coding for bipolar affective disorder in remission, including documentation requirements and coding pitfalls.

Also known as:
Bipolar Disorder in RemissionBipolar I Disorder in Remission
Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Bipolar Affective Disorder in Remission

F01-F99Primary Range

Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders

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Code Comparison: When to Use Each Code

Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection

CodeDescription
F31.71Bipolar disorder, in partial remission, most recent episode manic
F31.76Bipolar disorder, in full remission, most recent episode depressed
Primary ICD-10-CM Codes
Bipolar disorder, in partial remission, most recent episode hypomanic
F31.71Billable
Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Bipolar disorder, unspecifiedF31.9
Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, mild or moderate severityF31.3

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting Bipolar Affective Disorder in Remission.

Using unspecified codes when specific remission status is documented.

Impact

Clinical: Leads to less precise clinical data., Regulatory: May result in audit findings., Financial: Can affect reimbursement rates.

Mitigation

Always specify the remission status and last episode type., Use specific codes like F31.71 or F31.76.

Coding bipolar disorder with major depressive disorder together.

Impact

Reimbursement: Incorrect coding can lead to denied claims., Compliance: Violates ICD-10 coding guidelines., Data Quality: Leads to inaccurate patient records.

Mitigation

Use only the bipolar disorder code as per Excludes1 note.

Remission Documentation

Impact

Failure to document remission status and last episode type can lead to audit issues.

Mitigation

Ensure all documentation includes specific remission status and episode type.

Frequently Asked Questions

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