Adverse effects of work environment

This code signifies a patient's health condition or symptoms are a direct result of an unfavorable or harmful work environment. It indicates that the workplace itself, rather than a specific occupational injury or exposure, is contributing to the patient's adverse health.

Apply this code when a physician documents that a patient's stress, anxiety, depression, or other non-physical health issues are attributed to a toxic, demanding, or otherwise detrimental work setting. This is appropriate when the primary complaint stems from the general work atmosphere rather than a specific incident or chemical exposure.

• Always sequence this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific mental or physical health condition.
• Ensure physician documentation clearly links the patient's condition to the work environment.
• Do not use for specific occupational injuries or exposures, which have their own dedicated codes.