Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for alcohol abuse includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Alcohol Abuse
Use ICD-10 code F10.10 for alcohol abuse, uncomplicated, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
Alcohol and/or substance abuse structured assessment and intervention services
Use for screening and brief intervention services related to alcohol abuse.
The ICD-10 code for alcohol abuse, uncomplicated, is F10.10. It is used when alcohol abuse is documented without any complications or dependence.
Document alcohol abuse by including DSM-5 criteria, specific patient behaviors, and symptoms. Ensure the term 'abuse' is explicitly used in the documentation.