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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Chronic Narcotic Use

ICD-10 Coding for Chronic Narcotic Use

F11.20
G89.4

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

Also Known as:
Chronic Opioid Use
Long-term Narcotic Use
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Chronic Narcotic Use

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Chronic Narcotic Use

Use ICD-10 code F11.20 for opioid dependence, uncomplicated, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

Billable Code
F11.20
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Patient meets DSM-5 criteria for opioid dependence.

Applicable To

  • • Opioid addiction

Important Notes

  • • Ensure DSM-5 criteria are documented for dependence.

Chronic pain syndrome

Billable Code
G89.4
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Pain lasting more than 3 months
  • • Functional impairment documented

Applicable To

  • • Chronic pain disorder

Important Notes

  • • Document pain duration and impact on function.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

G89.4

Chronic pain syndrome

Use to document chronic pain conditions treated with opioids.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for chronic narcotic use?

The primary ICD-10 code for chronic narcotic use, when dependence criteria are met, is F11.20 for opioid dependence, uncomplicated.

How do you document opioid dependence?

Document opioid dependence by including DSM-5 criteria, urine drug screen results, and evidence of continued use despite negative consequences.

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