What ICD codes are used for sexual assault?
When addressing sexual assault, it's essential to be familiar with the specific sexual assault ICD codes for accurate clinical documentation and billing. Sexual assault is a broad term encompassing a range of non-consensual sexual activities.
Here are some commonly used ICD codes related to this condition:
- T74.21XA - Adult sexual abuse, confirmed, initial encounter: This code is used for confirmed cases of adult sexual abuse during the initial encounter. Use T74.21XD for subsequent encounters, and T74.21XS for sequela.
- T76.21XA - Adult sexual abuse, suspected, initial encounter: This code is used when there's a suspicion of adult sexual abuse during the initial encounter. Use T76.21XD for subsequent encounters, and T76.21XS for sequela.
- T74.22XA - Child sexual abuse, confirmed, initial encounter: It's for confirmed cases of child sexual abuse during the initial encounter. Use T74.22XD for subsequent encounters, and T74.22XS for sequela.
- T76.22XA - Child sexual abuse, suspected, initial encounter: Same as 76.21XA, but this time, it's for suspected cases of child sexual abuse during the initial encounter. Use T76.22XD for subsequent encounters, and T76.22XS for sequela.
- Z62.810 - Personal history of physical and sexual abuse in childhood: This is meant to be used if the patient is confirmed to have a personal history of physical and sexual abuse during their childhood.
Using the right codes ensures that victims receive the appropriate care and support and that healthcare providers are reimbursed accurately.