6B36

6B36 is a designation used in the context of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD), specifically within the ICD-10 coding system. The ICD-10 is a medical classification list by the World Health Organization (WHO) for recording the diagnosis of diseases and other health problems. The "6B36" code is part of the ICD-10's Chapter 6, which covers Mental and Behavioral Disorders.

The specific code 6B36 refers to "Adjustment disorders". Adjustment disorders are a category of mental health conditions characterized by emotional and behavioral reactions that occur in response to significant stressor(s), such as a major life change or trauma. These disorders typically develop within three months of the stressful event and resolve within six months after the stressor has ended.

Adjustment disorders are further categorized into several subtypes, including:

- Adjustment disorder with depressed mood

- Adjustment disorder with distress

- Adjustment disorder with mixed anxiety and depressed mood

- Adjustment disorder with anxious mood

- Adjustment disorder with disruptive mood regulation

- Adjustment disorder with fear

- Adjustment disorder with mixed anxiety and depressed mood

The ICD-10 coding system is widely used in healthcare settings for billing, research, and statistical purposes. The use of standardized codes like 6B36 allows for consistent and accurate documentation of mental health conditions across different healthcare providers and regions.