F53: Mental and behavioral disorders associated with the puerperium, not elsewhere classified
Codes under F53 (Mental and behavioral disorders associated with the puerperium, not elsewhere classified). A ✓ marks a billable (fully specified) code; category codes without a ✓ are not billable on their own.
| Code | Description | Billable |
|---|---|---|
| F53.0 | Postpartum depression | ✓ |
| F53.0 | Postpartum depression | ✓ |
| F53.1 | Puerperal psychosis | ✓ |
| F53.1 | Puerperal psychosis | ✓ |
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10-CM code F53?
F53 is an ICD-10-CM category covering Mental and behavioral disorders associated with the puerperium, not elsewhere classified. It contains 4 more specific diagnosis codes, 4 of which are billable.
Is F53 a billable code?
No — F53 is a category header and isn't billable on its own. Code to the highest level of specificity using one of its subcodes (for example F53.0 — Postpartum depression). 4 of the 4 codes under F53 are billable.
What codes fall under F53?
F53 includes F53.0, F53.0, F53.1, F53.1. See the full list with descriptions and billable status above.
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