F32.81
Billable

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder

Billable / Specific Code

What is Premenstrual dysphoric disorder?

ICD-10-CM F32.81 is the diagnosis code for Premenstrual dysphoric disorder. 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for F32.81

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as F32.81. They are mutually exclusive:

  • premenstrual tension syndrome (N94.3)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where F32.81 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is F32.81 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, F32.81 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does F32.81 mean?

F32.81 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Premenstrual dysphoric disorder". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of F32.81?

The parent code of F32.81 is F32.8 ("Other depressive episodes"). F32.81 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is F32.81 in?

F32.81 is located in Section F30-F39 — "Mood [affective] disorders" within Chapter 5 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use F32.81?

Use F32.81 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Premenstrual dysphoric disorder" 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 Premenstrual dysphoric disorder?

The ICD-10-CM code for Premenstrual dysphoric disorder is F32.81.

Can F32.81 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, F32.81 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is F32.81 in?

F32.81 is in Chapter 5 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from F32.81?

Type 1 Excludes for F32.81 include: premenstrual tension syndrome (N94.3).

Is F32.81 valid for 2026?

Yes, F32.81 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
F32.81
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder
Billable / Specific Code
5 — Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01-F99)
F30-F39 — Mood [affective] disorders
2026 ICD-10-CM