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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Cognitive Difficulties

ICD-10 Coding for Cognitive Difficulties

F01.50
R41.84

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for cognitive difficulties includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Cognitive Impairment
Cognitive Decline
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Cognitive Difficulties

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Cognitive Difficulties

Use ICD-10 code F01.50 for vascular dementia without behavioral disturbance, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Vascular dementia without behavioral disturbance

Billable Code
F01.50
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • CDR ≥1
  • • Fazekas scale ≥2 on MRI

Applicable To

  • • Vascular dementia

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the absence of behavioral disturbances.

Cognitive communication deficit

Non-Billable
R41.84
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Neuropsychological testing showing communication deficits

Applicable To

  • • Cognitive communication disorder

Important Notes

  • • Ensure clear documentation of communication deficits.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

I69.3

Sequelae of cerebral infarction

Use to specify the sequelae of a stroke contributing to cognitive decline.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for cognitive difficulties?

ICD-10 codes for cognitive difficulties include F01.50 for vascular dementia and R41.84 for cognitive communication deficit.

How to document cognitive impairment for ICD-10 coding?

Document specific cognitive test results, neuroimaging findings, and detailed clinical assessments to support ICD-10 coding.

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