ICD-10 Code F25.1 – Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code F25.1 – Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
What it is
Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type is a mental health condition that combines symptoms of psychosis with a major depressive episode. The diagnosis applies when both mood and schizophrenia-like features are present in the same illness.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include delusions or hallucinations along with prominent depressive symptoms such as low mood, loss of interest, or reduced energy. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use F25.1 when the record clearly documents schizoaffective disorder, depressive type. It is appropriate when psychotic symptoms occur with a depressive episode and the provider identifies this specific subtype. Check documentation if the note only says psychosis, depression, or schizophrenia without the combined diagnosis.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for major depressive disorder with psychotic features or schizophrenia without a mood episode. If the subtype is not stated, or the documentation is unclear, check documentation.
Coding tip
Assign the code only when the provider explicitly documents the depressive type; otherwise, query for clarification.