Bipolar I disorder, most recent episode (or current) unspecified

This code represents Bipolar I disorder where the most recent or current manic, hypomanic, or depressive episode is not specified in the medical record. It indicates a diagnosis of Bipolar I disorder without further detail regarding the nature of the current mood state.

Use this code when the physician documents a diagnosis of "Bipolar I disorder" but does not specify if the patient is currently experiencing a manic, hypomanic, major depressive, or mixed episode. This code is appropriate when the documentation is insufficient to assign a more specific code for the current episode.

• Avoid using this code if the documentation clearly specifies the nature of the current episode (e.g., manic, depressed, mixed).
• Query the provider for clarification on the current episode if possible to allow for more specific coding.
• This code should be used when the current episode is truly unspecified, not merely undocumented.