Unspecified dementia, mild, with anxiety

This code signifies a diagnosis of dementia where the specific type (e.g., Alzheimer's, vascular) has not been determined, and the cognitive impairment is classified as mild. A key feature of this presentation is the co-occurrence of anxiety symptoms.

Apply this code when documentation indicates a diagnosis of dementia without further specification of its etiology, and the clinician assesses the severity as mild. The patient's medical record must also clearly state the presence of anxiety associated with this dementia.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "unspecified dementia" and "mild" severity.
• Look for terms like "anxiety disorder," "anxious," or "anxiety symptoms" directly linked to the dementia.
• Do not use this code if a specific type of dementia (e.g., F00.20 for Alzheimer's with mild dementia) is documented, even if anxiety is present.