Encounter for mental health services for perp of abuse

This code identifies an encounter where a patient is receiving mental health services because they have perpetrated a form of abuse other than sexual or physical abuse. This could include emotional, psychological, or financial abuse, or neglect. The focus is on the perpetrator's mental health needs related to their abusive behavior.

Use this code when a patient is seeking or receiving therapy, counseling, or psychiatric evaluation specifically due to their role as a perpetrator of non-physical, non-sexual abuse. This applies to situations where the patient is mandated to receive services or voluntarily seeking help to address their abusive behaviors.

• Always sequence this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the primary mental health condition being treated (e.g., personality disorder, anger management issues).
• Ensure documentation clearly specifies the patient's role as a perpetrator and the type of abuse (other than physical or sexual).
• Do not use this code if the patient is the victim of abuse; use appropriate Z codes for victims.