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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Consider these related codes based on patient presentation:
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Code
F10.20
Category
Mental, behavioral and neurodevelopmental disorders
Billable Status
Billable
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