Mood disorder due to known physiological condition
ICD-10 F06.3 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of mood disorder due to known physiological condition.
Mood disorder due to known physiological condition is characterized by the presence of mood disturbances that are directly attributable to a physiological condition. This can include a variety of medical issues such as neurological disorders, endocrine dysfunctions, or chronic illnesses that affect the brain's chemistry and functioning. Patients may exhibit symptoms such as persistent sadness, irritability, or mood swings that are not solely due to a primary psychiatric disorder but are instead a direct result of the underlying medical condition. The diagnosis requires careful evaluation to establish a clear link between the physiological condition and the mood disorder, ensuring that the mood symptoms are not better explained by other psychiatric diagnoses. Treatment typically involves addressing the underlying medical condition while also providing psychological support and, if necessary, pharmacological interventions to manage mood symptoms.
Detailed psychiatric evaluation notes linking mood symptoms to the physiological condition.
Patients with chronic illnesses such as diabetes or cancer presenting with depressive symptoms.
Consideration of the patient's overall treatment plan, including both psychiatric and medical interventions.
Neurological assessments that detail the physiological condition affecting mood.
Patients with neurological disorders such as multiple sclerosis or traumatic brain injury exhibiting mood changes.
Collaboration with psychiatric services to address mood symptoms effectively.
Used when evaluating a patient with mood disorder due to a physiological condition.
Comprehensive evaluation notes detailing the patient's history and current symptoms.
Psychiatrists should ensure that the evaluation includes a thorough medical history.
F06.3 is specifically used when mood disorders are secondary to known physiological conditions, whereas primary mood disorders are diagnosed independently of any medical conditions.
