Manic episode without psychotic symptoms, mild

This code signifies a manic episode characterized by elevated, expansive, or irritable mood and increased activity or energy, lasting at least one week, without the presence of hallucinations, delusions, or disorganized thought. The symptoms are present but do not cause marked impairment in social or occupational functioning or necessitate hospitalization.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a current manic episode where the patient's symptoms meet the criteria for mild severity, and there is no evidence of psychotic features. This diagnosis is typically made by a psychiatrist or other mental health professional based on a comprehensive clinical assessment.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "without psychotic features" and specifies "mild" severity to differentiate from other manic episode codes.
• Do not use this code if the patient exhibits any psychotic symptoms, even if mild.
• Consider sequencing this code as the primary diagnosis when it is the main reason for the encounter.