Child sexual abuse, suspected, subsequent encounter

This code indicates a suspected case of child sexual abuse that is being addressed during an encounter following the initial assessment. It signifies that there is an ongoing investigation, treatment, or follow-up related to the suspicion of sexual abuse in a minor. The "subsequent encounter" aspect means the patient is returning for care related to this specific concern.

Use this code when a child presents for follow-up appointments, counseling, forensic examinations, or medical treatment after an initial suspicion of sexual abuse has been documented. This applies to situations where the abuse is suspected but not yet confirmed, and the patient is receiving ongoing care for the potential trauma or physical effects.

• Always pair this code with an external cause code (e.g., X92.xxx) to specify the perpetrator or circumstances, if known.
• Do not use this code for the initial encounter where the suspicion was first raised; use the "initial encounter" variant instead.
• Ensure documentation clearly supports the "subsequent encounter" status and the ongoing nature of the suspected abuse investigation or treatment.