Which ICD-10-CM code corresponds to a mild manic episode?

Which ICD-10-CM code corresponds to a mild manic episode?

• A. F31.31
• B. F31.11
• C. F31.4
• D. F31.12

Answer: (B)

In ICD-10-CM coding for bipolar disorder, the severity of the current manic episode is shown by the decimal extension after F31.1. A mild manic episode is represented by the extension .11, so the correct code is bipolar affective disorder, current manic episode, mild. The other options change the second digit or the overall specifier, which would indicate moderate or severe mania or a different current episode state, not mild. Using the .11 extension ensures documentation and billing reflect the mild severity of the manic episode.

In ICD-10-CM coding for bipolar disorder, the severity of the current manic episode is shown by the decimal extension after F31.1. A mild manic episode is represented by the extension .11, so the correct code is bipolar affective disorder, current manic episode, mild. The other options change the second digit or the overall specifier, which would indicate moderate or severe mania or a different current episode state, not mild. Using the .11 extension ensures documentation and billing reflect the mild severity of the manic episode.