ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for F48.2
Pseudobulbar affect
Coding Notes & Guidelines for F48.2
Code First
- underlying cause, if known, such as:
- amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (G12.21)
- multiple sclerosis (G35)
- sequelae of cerebrovascular disease (I69.-)
- sequelae of traumatic intracranial injury (S06.-)
Inclusion Terms
Involuntary emotional expression disorder
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code F48.2 (Pseudobulbar affect)
ICD-10-CM code F48.2 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM F48.2 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about F48.2 - Pseudobulbar affect. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Pseudobulbar affect.