Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC)

Which condition is classified under F02.80 in ICD-10-CM?

1. Hypertension

2. Alzheimer's dementia

3. Dementia in other diseases

4. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

The correct answer is: Dementia in other diseases

The classification under F02.80 in ICD-10-CM is designated for dementia in other diseases that are classified elsewhere. This includes cases of dementia that are a consequence of diseases not specifically coded in the dementia categories, allowing healthcare professionals to accurately document and capture the complexity of a patient's condition. The ICD-10-CM system organizes conditions in a structured manner to ensure that all healthcare providers have a common understanding of the diagnosis, which is critical for treatment, research, and reimbursement purposes. F02.80 specifically implies that there is an underlying condition causing dementia, providing clarity and detail necessary for a comprehensive medical record. The other options refer to conditions that are distinctly categorized elsewhere in ICD-10-CM, such as hypertension or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, which do not pertain to dementia classification. Alzheimer's dementia, while a form of dementia, is specifically coded under a different set of codes, which are more precise to that diagnosis, hence not applicable under F02.80.