Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified

This code represents a mental health condition that can develop after a person experiences or witnesses a traumatic event. Individuals with this disorder may exhibit symptoms such as intrusive memories, avoidance behaviors, negative alterations in cognition and mood, and hyperarousal. The "unspecified" designation indicates that the specific type of PTSD (e.g., acute, chronic) is not documented.

Use this code when the medical record clearly documents a diagnosis of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, but the provider has not specified the chronicity or other sub-type of the condition. This code is appropriate when the documentation supports the diagnostic criteria for PTSD without further detail.

• Avoid using this code if the documentation specifies acute or chronic PTSD; instead, use the more specific codes F43.11 or F43.12.
• Ensure the medical record clearly links the patient's symptoms and diagnosis to a traumatic event.
• Consider querying the provider for more specific documentation regarding the type of PTSD if possible.