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Specific code 2015 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 301.83
Borderline personality disorder
  • 2015
  • Billable Thru Sept 30/2015
  • Non-Billable On/After Oct 1/2015

  • ICD-9-CM 301.83 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 301.83 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015. For claims with a date of service on or after October 1, 2015, use an equivalent ICD-10-CM code (or codes).
Convert to ICD-10-CM: 301.83 converts approximately to:
  • 2015/16 ICD-10-CM F60.3 Borderline personality disorder
Approximate Synonyms
  • Personality disorder, borderline
Clinical Information
  • A disorder characterized by an enduring pattern of unstable self-image and mood together with volatile interpersonal relationships, self-damaging impulsivity, recurrent suicidal threats or gestures and/or self-mutilating behavior
  • A personality disorder marked by a pattern of instability of interpersonal relationships, self-image, and affects, and marked impulsivity beginning by early adulthood and present in a variety of contexts. (dsm-iv)
  • A serious mental illness marked by unstable moods and impulsive behavior. People with bpd have problems with relationships, family and work life, long-term planning, and self-identity. Symptoms include intense bouts of anger, depression, and anxiety that may lead to self-injury or suicide, drug or alcohol abuse, excessive spending, binge eating, or risky sex. A person with bpd who is diagnosed with cancer may be at an increased risk of suicide
  • Personality disorder with maladaptive patterns of behavior characterized by impulsive and unpredictable actions, mood instability, and unstable interpersonal relationships
  • Severe personality disorder that develops in early childhood; characterized by a lack of control of anger, intense and frequent mood changes, impulsive acts, disturbed interpersonal relationships, and life-threatening behaviors
ICD-9-CM Volume 2 Index entries containing back-references to 301.83:
 301.82 ICD9Data.com 301.84 
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