F4323 - A mental health condition where someone has trouble coping with a stressful life event, causing both anxiety and depression symptoms
International Classification of Diseases
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ICD-10 (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision) codes are used to classify and code all diagnoses, symptoms, and procedures recorded in association with hospital care. These codes provide a standardized way to track health conditions and their treatment outcomes.
Detailed Description
Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Anxiety and Depressed Mood is a mental health condition that occurs when someone has difficulty adapting to or coping with a significant life stressor or change. This could be events like job loss, divorce, moving, illness, or other major life transitions. The person experiences both anxiety symptoms (such as worry, nervousness, or feeling on edge) and depressive symptoms (such as sadness, hopelessness, or loss of interest in activities) that are more severe than what would normally be expected for that situation. These symptoms typically begin within 3 months of the stressful event and significantly interfere with daily functioning, work, school, or relationships. Unlike major depression or anxiety disorders, adjustment disorders are directly linked to an identifiable stressor and symptoms usually improve once the person adapts to the change or the stressor is removed.
Additional Information
This is a treatable condition with good prognosis. Treatment typically involves therapy to develop coping strategies and may include short-term medication. Most people recover within 6 months with appropriate support and treatment.
Category
Mental Health/Behavioral Health
Medical Specialty
Psychiatry
Expected Costs
We expect this to normally be in the range of:
$150 - $400
This is an estimate based on typical billing patterns. Your actual cost may vary depending on your insurance coverage, provider location, and specific circumstances.
What's Required Before This
- Mental health evaluation
- Assessment of recent stressors or life changes
- Symptom duration and severity assessment
What to Expect After
- Regular therapy sessions (individual or group)
- Possible medication management
- Stress management techniques
- Coping skills development
- Monitoring of symptom improvement
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