- F28
- Psychotic Disorders
Other Nonorganic Psychotic Disorders (F28)
DSM-5-TR: Other Specified Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorder
ICD-10-AM and DSM-5-TR may classify conditions differently. Refer to APA and WHO for complete diagnostic criteria.
Key Facts
- ICD-10 RangeF20-F29
Overview
Psychotic disorders that do not meet the criteria for schizophrenia (F20), persistent delusional disorders (F22), acute and transient psychotic disorders (F23), or schizoaffective disorders (F25). Includes chronic hallucinatory psychosis.
Classification Boundaries
Includes
- Chronic hallucinatory psychosis
Australian Clinical Context
Used for psychotic presentations not fitting standard diagnostic categories. Management follows general antipsychotic treatment principles.
Medicare (MBS) Pathways
Better Access to Mental Health Care
The primary Medicare pathway for mental health treatment in Australia. Requires a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan (MHTP) referral. Available for any clinically diagnosed mental disorder.
10 individual + 10 group sessions per calendar year
| Provider Type | MBS Items | Session Type |
|---|---|---|
| Clinical Psychologist | 80000–80025 | Psychological therapy (higher rebate) |
| Registered Psychologist | 80100–80123 | Focused psychological strategies |
| Occupational Therapist | 80125–80145 | Focused psychological strategies |
| Social Worker | 80150–80175 | Focused psychological strategies |
| Psychiatrist | 291, 296–299, 300–308 | Psychiatric consultation |
GP referral items: 2700, 2701, 2715, 2717
Eligibility: Any clinically diagnosed mental disorder as defined by WHO ICD-10 Chapter V. Requires a GP or psychiatrist referral.
Exclusions:
- Intellectual disability (use Complex Neurodevelopmental Disorder pathway or specialist referral)
- Dementia and organic mental disorders (use specialist referral pathway)
- Tobacco use disorder
Psychiatrist-led care is the primary pathway.
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Reference information sourced from MBS Online (mbsonline.gov.au). Item availability, rebates, and eligibility criteria may change. This is not billing advice — always verify current items before claiming. Last verified: April 2026.
Clinical Documentation Notes
Use when psychotic symptoms are present but do not meet criteria for any specific psychotic disorder. Review and update the diagnosis as the clinical picture evolves.
Related Diagnostic Codes
ICD-10-AM diagnostic codes commonly associated with the Other Nonorganic Psychotic Disorders (F28).
References
- World Health Organization. ICD-10-AM.
- American Psychiatric Association. DSM-5-TR. 2022.
This tool calculates scores based on published guidelines for professional reference. It does not provide clinical diagnoses. Scores are provided as reference information only and should be interpreted by a qualified practitioner in the context of a comprehensive assessment.
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