Dem in other diseases classd elswhr, mild, with agitation

This code signifies a mild stage of dementia that is a manifestation of another underlying medical condition, not primarily a neurodegenerative disorder like Alzheimer's. The patient exhibits cognitive decline affecting daily activities, along with behavioral disturbances characterized by agitation.

Apply this code when documentation specifies mild dementia secondary to a non-dementia primary disease (e.g., Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, HIV) and explicitly notes the presence of agitation. The physician's assessment must clearly link the dementia to the underlying condition and describe the severity as mild.

• Always sequence the underlying disease causing the dementia first, followed by this code.
• Ensure documentation specifies "mild" dementia and explicitly mentions "agitation" to support this specific subcategory.
• Distinguish from F02.B11 (moderate) or F02.C11 (severe) based on the documented severity of cognitive impairment.