Underdosing of other laxatives, sequela

This code signifies a long-term consequence or complication arising from the insufficient administration or non-adherence to prescribed dosages of laxatives other than saline and stimulant types. It indicates that the underdosing event itself is no longer active, but its lasting effects are still present and being treated.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with chronic constipation, fecal impaction, or other persistent gastrointestinal issues that are directly attributed to a past, resolved period of underdosing of non-saline/non-stimulant laxatives. This code is appropriate when the underdosing event is no longer ongoing, but its residual effects require continued management.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., chronic constipation).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past underdosing event of the specified laxative type.
• Do not use this code if the underdosing is acute or ongoing; instead, use the appropriate acute underdosing code.