Long term (current) use of aspirin

This code indicates a patient's ongoing, regular use of aspirin as a therapeutic agent, rather than for acute pain relief. It signifies a long-term treatment regimen, often for its antiplatelet or anti-inflammatory properties.

Apply this code when documentation specifies a patient is currently taking aspirin for an extended period, such as for cardiovascular disease prevention, after a stroke, or for chronic inflammatory conditions. It is used to report the patient's current medication status.

• Always confirm the aspirin use is long-term and current, not a one-time or short-term prescription.
• This code is typically a secondary diagnosis, providing important context for other conditions.
• Do not use for aspirin taken on an as-needed basis for pain or fever.