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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Alcohol Withdrawal

ICD-10 Coding for Alcohol Withdrawal

F10.231
F10.239

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

Also Known as:
Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome
ETOH Withdrawal
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Alcohol Withdrawal

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

Use ICD-10 code F10.231 for alcohol dependence with withdrawal delirium, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Alcohol dependence with withdrawal delirium

Billable Code
F10.231
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Documented history of alcohol dependence
  • • Presence of delirium symptoms post-cessation

Applicable To

  • • Delirium tremens

Important Notes

  • • Ensure delirium is explicitly linked to alcohol withdrawal.

Alcohol dependence with withdrawal, unspecified

Billable Code
F10.239
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Documented history of alcohol dependence
  • • Symptoms of withdrawal such as tremors, agitation

Applicable To

  • • Alcohol withdrawal syndrome

Important Notes

  • • Ensure dependence is documented to avoid misclassification.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

R56.8

Withdrawal seizures

Use if seizures are documented as part of the withdrawal process.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for alcohol withdrawal?

The ICD-10 code for alcohol withdrawal is F10.239 for alcohol dependence with withdrawal, unspecified. Use F10.231 if delirium is present.

Can alcohol withdrawal be coded with alcohol abuse?

No, alcohol withdrawal is coded under dependence by default. Confirm dependence if withdrawal symptoms are present.

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