Vascular dementia, unsp severity, with other beh disturb

This code signifies a cognitive decline caused by cerebrovascular disease, where the severity of the dementia is not specified. The patient also exhibits behavioral disturbances other than psychotic, mood, or agitated behaviors. These disturbances are a direct consequence of the vascular dementia.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of vascular dementia with associated behavioral issues, but the physician has not specified the severity of the dementia. The medical record should detail the presence of behavioral symptoms such as wandering, disinhibition, or other disruptive behaviors that are not classified as psychotic, mood, or agitated.

• Do not use this code if the severity of the vascular dementia (e.g., mild, moderate, severe) is documented; instead, select a more specific code.
• Ensure the documented behavioral disturbance is not specifically psychotic, mood, or agitated, as those have dedicated codes.
• Always sequence this code after the underlying cerebrovascular condition if it is still active and being treated.