Bipolar disorder, in partial remission, most recent episode mixed
ICD-10 F31.77 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of bipolar disorder, in partial remission, most recent episode mixed.
Bipolar disorder is a chronic mental health condition characterized by extreme mood swings that include emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression). The diagnosis of F31.77 indicates that the individual is experiencing a mixed episode, where symptoms of both mania and depression occur simultaneously or in rapid succession. In this case, the disorder is in partial remission, meaning that the individual has experienced a reduction in the severity of symptoms but is not fully symptom-free. This partial remission can manifest as less frequent mood episodes or less intense symptoms. The mixed episode can lead to significant impairment in social, occupational, and other important areas of functioning. Treatment typically involves mood stabilizers, antipsychotics, and psychotherapy, with careful monitoring for suicide risk, as individuals with bipolar disorder have a higher risk of suicidal ideation and attempts, particularly during mixed episodes. Accurate coding is essential for appropriate treatment planning and insurance reimbursement.
Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, including mood assessment, treatment history, and risk factors.
Patients presenting with mixed symptoms, medication management, and crisis intervention.
Ensure thorough documentation of mood episodes and treatment response to support coding.
Detailed patient history, mental status examination, and follow-up notes on mood stability.
Routine follow-ups for medication management and monitoring of mood symptoms.
Collaboration with mental health specialists for comprehensive care.
Used for follow-up visits for medication management in bipolar disorder.
Document history of present illness, review of systems, and mental status examination.
Psychiatric specialists may require additional documentation on mood stability.
Partial remission indicates that the individual has experienced a reduction in the severity of symptoms but is not completely symptom-free. This status is important for treatment planning and monitoring.
