ICD Code F02.81

ICD code F02.81 is dementia caused by another medical condition, with additional behavioral disturbances such as aggression, agitation, or psychosis.

1. Presence of dementia due to a disease classified elsewhere (e.g., Parkinson’s disease, Huntington’s disease, HIV, etc.)

2. Documented cognitive decline affecting memory, executive function, language, or visuospatial abilities

3. Behavioral disturbances such as agitation, aggression, psychosis, wandering, or disinhibition

4. Symptoms not better explained by delirium or another mental disorder

5. Behavioral symptoms are clinically significant and impact daily functioning or require intervention

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code F02.81 include:

- 90791 (Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation)

- 90832 (Psychotherapy, 30 minutes with patient and/or family member)

- 90834 (Psychotherapy, 45 minutes with patient and/or family member)

- 90837 (Psychotherapy, 60 minutes with patient and/or family member)

- 96116 (Neurobehavioral status exam)

- 96132 (Neuropsychological testing evaluation services, first hour)

- 96133 (Neuropsychological testing evaluation services, each additional hour)

- 99202–99215 (Evaluation and management services, new or established patient)

- 99483 (Assessment and care planning for patients with cognitive impairment)

- 99366–99368 (Medical team conferences)

These CPT codes are commonly associated with the management and treatment of conditions represented by ICD code F02.81.

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