Personal history of adult neglect

This diagnosis code indicates that an individual has a documented history of experiencing neglect as an adult. It signifies that the neglect occurred at some point in the past and is no longer an active or ongoing issue. This history can impact current health and well-being, even if the direct abuse has ceased.

Use this code when a patient's medical record clearly indicates a past episode of neglect that occurred during their adulthood. This is appropriate for documenting the long-term effects or implications of such an experience on their current health status or treatment plan. It should be applied when the neglect is no longer actively occurring.

• Always verify that the neglect is historical and not current; if current, refer to the Excludes1 note for appropriate codes.
• Document the specific type of neglect (e.g., physical, emotional, financial) if available in the patient's record, though this code does not differentiate.
• Consider using additional codes to capture any current physical or psychological sequelae resulting from the past neglect.