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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Benzodiazepine Use Disorder

ICD-10 Coding for Benzodiazepine Use Disorder

F13.20
F13.23

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

Also Known as:
Benzo Dependence
Benzodiazepine Addiction
benzodiazepine dependence
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Benzodiazepine Use Disorder

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Benzodiazepine Use Disorder

Use ICD-10 code F13.20 for sedative, hypnotic or anxiolytic dependence, uncomplicated, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Sedative, hypnotic or anxiolytic dependence, uncomplicated

Billable Code
F13.20
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • Patient meets DSM-5 criteria for substance dependence.
documentation:
  • Detailed history of benzodiazepine use and dependence symptoms.

Applicable To

  • • Benzodiazepine dependence

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies dependence criteria and excludes abuse.

Sedative, hypnotic or anxiolytic withdrawal

Non-Billable
F13.23
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • Presence of withdrawal symptoms
documentation:
  • Recent cessation or reduction in benzodiazepine use

Applicable To

  • • Benzodiazepine withdrawal

Important Notes

  • • Document specific withdrawal symptoms and timeline.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z79.891

Long-term (current) use of benzodiazepines

Use to indicate long-term therapeutic use without abuse or dependence.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for benzodiazepine dependence?

The ICD-10 code for benzodiazepine dependence is F13.20, used when dependence criteria are met without complications.

How do you code benzodiazepine withdrawal?

Benzodiazepine withdrawal is coded as F13.23, applicable when withdrawal symptoms are present following cessation or reduction.

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