Obsessive-compulsive disorders

This code represents a mental health condition characterized by recurrent, persistent thoughts, urges, or images (obsessions) that are intrusive and unwanted, and/or repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions) that an individual feels driven to perform in response to an obsession or according to rigid rules. These symptoms cause significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of obsessive-compulsive disorder, including its various presentations such as contamination fears, pathological doubt, need for symmetry, or hoarding. This code is appropriate when the patient's symptoms meet the diagnostic criteria for OCD as outlined in clinical guidelines.

• Ensure documentation specifies "obsessive-compulsive disorder" and not just obsessive traits or anxiety.
• Do not confuse with other anxiety disorders (e.g., generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder) unless OCD is also explicitly diagnosed.
• Consider sequencing this as a primary diagnosis if it is the main reason for the encounter and treatment.