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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Alcohol Dependence

ICD-10 Coding for Alcohol Dependence

F10.20
F10.21

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for alcohol dependence includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Alcoholism
Alcohol Use Disorder
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Alcohol Dependence

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Alcohol Dependence

Use ICD-10 code F10.20 for alcohol dependence, uncomplicated, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated

Billable Code
F10.20
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Patient meets at least three DSM-5 criteria for alcohol dependence.

Applicable To

  • • Alcoholism without complications

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation supports the diagnosis of dependence, not just use or abuse.

Alcohol dependence, in remission

Billable Code
F10.21
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Documentation of no criteria met for 12+ months except craving

Applicable To

  • • Alcoholism in remission
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

K70.40

Alcoholic cirrhosis without ascites

Use when cirrhosis is present as a result of alcohol dependence.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for alcohol dependence?

The ICD-10 code for alcohol dependence is F10.20 for uncomplicated cases. Codes vary based on complications such as withdrawal or remission.

How do you code alcohol dependence in remission?

Use ICD-10 code F10.21 for alcohol dependence in remission, ensuring documentation states no criteria met for 12+ months.

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