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Wiki Child abuse code vs Counseling for Victim of child abuse

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Any thoughts on when to use 995.50 Child abuse vs V61.21 Counseling for victim of child abuse?

Is it as simple as: if the patient is 17 yo or younger (per ICD 9 guidelines), then use the 995.50, but even if the abuse occured several years ago?

DSM says to use the 995.5x if the patient is the victim, and to use the V61.2x if the patient is a perpetrator of the abuse.

I've been struggling with this one for awhile; Any input is appreciated :)
 
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