F17.210
Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Mental, behavioral and neurodevelopmental disorders Billable
Quick Reference
Active cigarette smoking with nicotine dependence
Clinical Information
When to Use This Code
Active cigarette smoking with nicotine dependence
Common Clinical Scenarios
- Smoking cessation counseling
- Nicotine replacement therapy prescription
- Varenicline or bupropion for smoking cessation
- Current smoker with pack-year history
Documentation Requirements
- Document pack-year history (packs per day × years)
- Record current smoking status and frequency
- Note cessation attempts and methods tried
- Document counseling provided and patient readiness to quit
Coding Guidelines
Inclusion Terms
These terms are included in this code:
Cigarette smokingTobacco dependenceNicotine addictionCurrent smoker
Exclusion Terms
Do NOT use this code for:
- History of tobacco use (Z87.891)
- Tobacco use (Z72.0)
- Nicotine dependence in remission (F17.211)
Coding Notes
Use Z87.891 for former smokers
Bill smoking cessation counseling separately (99406, 99407)
Qualifies for chronic care management as chronic condition
Related ICD-10 Codes
Consider these related codes based on patient presentation:
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Code
F17.210
Category
Mental, behavioral and neurodevelopmental disorders
Billable Status
Billable
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