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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Severe Cannabis Use Disorder

ICD-10 Coding for Severe Cannabis Use Disorder

F12.20
F12.21

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

Also Known as:
Severe Cannabis Dependence
Severe Marijuana Use Disorder
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Severe Cannabis Use Disorder

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

Use ICD-10 code F12.20 for cannabis dependence, uncomplicated, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Cannabis dependence, uncomplicated

Billable Code
F12.20
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Meets ≥6 DSM-5 criteria for severe cannabis use disorder
  • • Documented tolerance and withdrawal symptoms

Applicable To

  • • Severe cannabis use disorder

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation supports the severity and presence of dependence.

Cannabis dependence, in remission

Billable Code
F12.21
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Documented remission status by provider

Applicable To

  • • Cannabis dependence in full remission

Important Notes

  • • Ensure remission is clearly documented.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

F12.93

Cannabis withdrawal

Use when withdrawal symptoms are present.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for severe cannabis use disorder?

The ICD-10 code for severe cannabis use disorder is F12.20, which indicates cannabis dependence, uncomplicated.

How is severe cannabis use disorder documented?

Document severe cannabis use disorder by listing ≥6 DSM-5 criteria, including specific symptoms like tolerance and withdrawal.

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