Adult neglect or abandonment, confirmed, sequela

This code signifies the long-term, residual effects or complications arising from confirmed neglect or abandonment experienced by an adult. It indicates that the initial traumatic event has passed, but its consequences are still present and impacting the patient's current health status. These sequelae can manifest physically, psychologically, or socially.

Apply this code when documenting conditions or symptoms that are directly attributable to a past, confirmed instance of adult neglect or abandonment. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters where the focus is on managing the chronic impact, rather than the acute event itself. Examples include chronic malnutrition, psychological disorders, or physical disabilities resulting from the prior neglect.

• Always sequence this code after the code(s) for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., major depressive disorder, chronic pain).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past confirmed adult neglect or abandonment.
• The "S" in the seventh character indicates sequela; do not use for acute or initial encounters related to the neglect.