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  Dementia ICD-10-CM classifies dementia on the basis of: etiology, severity and associated behavioral disturbances.  Etiology  refers to the type of dementia. This can include:      Vascular dementia F01      Dementia in other diseases classified elsewhere F02      Unspecified dementia F03 Severity  includes mild, moderate and severe:                 Mild - Clearly evident functional impact on daily life, affecting mainly instrumental activities. No longer fully independent; requires occasional assistance with ADLs.                 Moderate - Extensive functional impact on daily life with impairment in basic activities. No longer independent; requires frequent assistance with ADLs.                 Sev...

For this diagnosis of diabetes with skin complications, the relationship between the two conditions must be stated by the provider in their documentation. There is not presumed relationship as with some other diabetes diagnosis. This can include: cellulitis and onychomycosis (fingernails and/or toenails) as well as other provider stated conditions. Codes include: E10.628 Type 1 diabetes mellitus with other skin complications E11.628 Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin complications E13.628 Other specified diabetes mellitus with other skin complications Disclaimer: This guidance is to be used for an easy reference; the ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM code books and the Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting are the authoritative references for accurate and complete coding. This blog may contain references or links to statutes, regulations, or other policy materials. It is not intended to take the place of either the written law or regulations.  The information presented herein ...