ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for Pseudobulbar affect
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Pseudobulbar affect (PBA)”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding Pseudobulbar affect
The ICD-10-CM code for Pseudobulbar affect is F48.2 (Pseudobulbar affect).
Within F48 (other nonpsychotic mental disorders), F48.2 is specifically for Pseudobulbar affect. Related codes cover Depersonalization-derealization syndrome (F48.1), other specified nonpsychotic mental disorders (F48.8) and nonpsychotic mental disorder, unspecified (F48.9).
Code first underlying cause, if known, such as: amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (G12.21), multiple sclerosis (G35-), sequelae of cerebrovascular disease (I69.-) and sequelae of traumatic intracranial injury (S06.-).
It is not a CC or MCC, so as a secondary diagnosis it doesn't change the MS-DRG severity level.
Common questions about Pseudobulbar affect ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for Pseudobulbar affect?
- F48.2 — Pseudobulbar affect.
Is F48.2 billable?
- Yes. F48.2 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can F48.2 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict F48.2 as a principal diagnosis.
Is F48.2 a CC or MCC?
- No. F48.2 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.