Binge eating disorder, in remission

This code signifies a current or past diagnosis of binge eating disorder where the patient no longer meets the full diagnostic criteria for the disorder. While symptoms may still be present, they are significantly reduced in frequency and severity, indicating a period of improvement. This state reflects a positive response to treatment or natural resolution of the acute phase.

Use this code when a patient has a documented history of binge eating disorder and current clinical assessment indicates that they no longer meet the full diagnostic criteria. Documentation should clearly state "in remission" or describe a significant reduction in binge eating episodes and associated distress, falling below the threshold for an active diagnosis. This is appropriate for follow-up appointments after successful treatment.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "in remission" or provides clear clinical evidence of symptom reduction below diagnostic thresholds.
• Do not confuse with F50.81 (Binge eating disorder) which indicates an active, current diagnosis.
• Consider sequencing with Z codes for follow-up care or counseling related to the eating disorder history.