F10.20

Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated

Mental, behavioral and neurodevelopmental disorders Billable
Quick Reference
Alcohol use disorder meeting dependence criteria without withdrawal or complications

Clinical Information

When to Use This Code

Alcohol use disorder meeting dependence criteria without withdrawal or complications

Common Clinical Scenarios

  • Chronic alcohol use disorder
  • Alcoholism treatment
  • Naltrexone or acamprosate prescription
  • Alcohol rehabilitation referral

Documentation Requirements

  • Use AUDIT-C or AUDIT screening tool
  • Document quantity and frequency of alcohol use
  • Record failed attempts to cut down or quit
  • Note functional impairment from alcohol use
  • Screen for complications (liver disease, neuropathy)

Coding Guidelines

Inclusion Terms

These terms are included in this code:

AlcoholismAlcohol addictionAlcohol use disorder, moderate to severeChronic alcoholism

Exclusion Terms

Do NOT use this code for:

  • Alcohol abuse (F10.10)
  • Alcohol withdrawal (F10.23-)
  • Alcohol intoxication (F10.129)

Coding Notes

Use F10.10 for mild alcohol use disorder (abuse)
Use F10.23- for dependence with withdrawal
Screen for liver disease, pancreatitis, neuropathy

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Code Details

Code
F10.20
Category
Mental, behavioral and neurodevelopmental disorders
Billable Status
Billable

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