F34.1
Billable

Dysthymic disorder

Billable / Specific Code

What is Dysthymic disorder?

ICD-10-CM F34.1 is the diagnosis code for Dysthymic 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.

💡 Inclusions
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for F34.1

✅ This Code Includes

  • Depressive neurosis
  • Depressive personality disorder
  • Dysthymia
  • Neurotic depression
  • Persistent anxiety depression
  • Persistent depressive disorder

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in F34.1. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • anxiety depression (mild or not persistent) (F41.8)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where F34.1 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is F34.1 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, F34.1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does F34.1 mean?

F34.1 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Dysthymic 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 F34.1?

The parent code of F34.1 is F34 ("Persistent mood [affective] disorders"). F34.1 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is F34.1 in?

F34.1 is located in Section F30-F39 — "Mood [affective] disorders" within Chapter 5 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use F34.1?

Use F34.1 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Dysthymic 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 Dysthymic disorder?

The ICD-10-CM code for Dysthymic disorder is F34.1.

Can F34.1 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, F34.1 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is F34.1 in?

F34.1 is in Chapter 5 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is F34.1 valid for 2026?

Yes, F34.1 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousF34.0Cyclothymic disorderNext →F34.8Other persistent mood [affective] disorders
Code Details
F34.1
Dysthymic disorder
Billable / Specific Code
5 — Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01-F99)
F30-F39 — Mood [affective] disorders
2026 ICD-10-CM