ICD-10 Coding for Panic Disorder with Agoraphobia(F40.01, F40.01A, F40.01B)
Learn about the ICD-10 code F40.01 for panic disorder with agoraphobia, including documentation requirements and coding guidelines.
Complete code families applicable to Panic Disorder with Agoraphobia
Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection
| Code | Description | When to Use | Key Documentation |
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| F40.01 | Agoraphobia with panic disorder | Use when both panic attacks and agoraphobic avoidance are present. |
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| F41.0 | Panic disorder [episodic paroxysmal anxiety] without agoraphobia | Use when panic attacks occur without any agoraphobic avoidance. |
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Clinical Decision Support
Always review the patient's clinical documentation thoroughly. When in doubt, choose the more specific code and ensure documentation supports it.
Key Information
Essential facts and insights aboutPanic Disorder with Agoraphobia
Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions
Documentation & Coding Risks
Avoid these common issues when documenting Panic Disorder with Agoraphobia.
Vague documentation of anxiety symptoms
Impact
Clinical: Inadequate treatment planning, Regulatory: Non-compliance with documentation standards, Financial: Potential claim denials
Mitigation
Use specific language to describe symptoms, Document frequency and context of symptoms
Coding F41.0 when agoraphobia is present
Impact
Reimbursement: Potential claim denials due to incorrect coding, Compliance: Non-compliance with ICD-10 guidelines, Data Quality: Inaccurate patient records and data
Mitigation
Verify and document agoraphobic avoidance to use F40.01.
Incorrect coding of panic disorder
Impact
Using F41.0 instead of F40.01 when agoraphobia is present
Mitigation
Ensure thorough documentation of agoraphobic avoidance