Persistent mood [affective] disorders (F34) ICD-10-CM
The F34 code range covers persistent mood [affective] disorders with 7 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 5 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2027, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Codes in the F34 Range 7 codes · 5 billable
- F34 Persistent mood [affective] disordersNon-billable
- F34.0 Cyclothymic disorder
- F34.1 Dysthymic disorder
- F34.8 Other persistent mood [affective] disordersNon-billable
- F34.81 Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder
- F34.89 Other specified persistent mood disorders
- F34.9 Persistent mood [affective] disorder, unspecified
Clinical Terms in This Code Range
Definitions from the National Library of Medicine for conditions coded in the F34 range.
Cyclothymic Disorder
An affective disorder characterized by periods of depression and hypomania. These may be separated by periods of normal mood.
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder
A condition in which children or adolescents experience irritability, anger, and intense temper outbursts. The episodes may be frequent and may eventually impact functioning at school, at home or with peers.
Dysthymic Disorder
Chronically depressed mood that occurs for most of the day more days than not for at least 2 years. The required minimum duration in children to make this diagnosis is 1 year. During periods of depressed mood, at least 2 of the following additional symptoms are present: poor appetite or overeating, insomnia or hypersomnia, low energy or fatigue, low self-esteem, poor concentration or difficulty making decisions, and feelings of hopelessness. (DSM-IV)
About the F34 Code Range
Persistent mood disorders are ongoing conditions affecting mood. This category sits within the broader group of mood disorders.
F34.0 identifies cyclothymic disorder, and F34.1 identifies dysthymic disorder. Under F34.8, the codes separate disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (F34.81) from other specified persistent mood disorders (F34.89). F34.9 identifies an unspecified persistent mood disorder.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the F34 range?
Of the 7 codes in this range, 5 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the F34 range classify?
The range classifies persistent mood [affective] disorders. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2027 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
