Obsessive-compulsive disorder, unspecified

This code represents a mental health condition characterized by persistent, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and/or repetitive, ritualistic behaviors (compulsions) that cause significant distress or impairment in daily functioning. The "unspecified" nature indicates that the specific type or presentation of obsessive-compulsive disorder is not documented.

This code is appropriate when a clinician diagnoses a patient with obsessive-compulsive disorder, but the medical record lacks sufficient detail to specify a more precise subtype. It is used when documentation clearly indicates OCD symptoms and diagnosis, but without further elaboration on the specific nature of obsessions or compulsions.

• Avoid using this code if documentation allows for a more specific OCD diagnosis (e.g., with good or fair insight, with poor insight, with absent insight/delusional beliefs).
• Always query the provider for additional specificity if possible to ensure the most accurate code is assigned.
• This code should be sequenced as the primary diagnosis when it is the main reason for the encounter.