Vascular dementia, moderate, with other behavioral disturb

This code signifies a form of dementia caused by cerebrovascular disease, where the cognitive decline is moderate in severity. Patients exhibit noticeable impairment in daily activities and require some assistance, coupled with behavioral disturbances beyond just mood or anxiety, such as agitation, aggression, or psychosis.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of vascular dementia with a moderate level of cognitive impairment. The patient's medical record must also specify the presence of "other behavioral disturbances" that are not otherwise specified as mood or anxiety disorders.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "moderate" severity for the dementia.
• Distinguish "other behavioral disturbance" from F01.B11 (with behavioral disturbance, unspecified) or F01.B1A (with anxiety).
• Always sequence this code after the underlying cerebrovascular condition if it is still active and being treated.