F33.8
Billable

Other recurrent depressive disorders

Billable / Specific Code

What is Other recurrent depressive disorders?

ICD-10-CM F33.8 is the diagnosis code for Other recurrent depressive disorders. This code falls under the section "Mood [affective] disorders" within Chapter 5 — Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01-F99). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for F33.8

✅ This Code Includes

  • Recurrent brief depressive episodes

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where F33.8 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is F33.8 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, F33.8 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does F33.8 mean?

F33.8 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other recurrent depressive disorders". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of F33.8?

The parent code of F33.8 is F33 ("Major depressive disorder, recurrent"). F33.8 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is F33.8 in?

F33.8 is located in Section F30-F39 — "Mood [affective] disorders" within Chapter 5 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use F33.8?

Use F33.8 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other recurrent depressive disorders" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Other recurrent depressive disorders?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other recurrent depressive disorders is F33.8.

Can F33.8 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, F33.8 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is F33.8 in?

F33.8 is in Chapter 5 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is F33.8 valid for 2026?

Yes, F33.8 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
F33.8
Other recurrent depressive disorders
Billable / Specific Code
5 — Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01-F99)
F30-F39 — Mood [affective] disorders
2026 ICD-10-CM