ICD-10-CM · F10.20
ICD-10 F10.20: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated
Alcohol use disorder.
Code
F10.20
Category
Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01-F99)
Clinical context
Alcohol use disorder.
Documentation requirements
- DSM-5 criteria
Common related procedures
- MAT (naltrexone, acamprosate)
- AUDIT-C
Common payer denial patterns
- MAT coverage
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10 F10.20 mean?
Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated
When is this code documented?
Alcohol use disorder.
What documentation supports this code?
DSM-5 criteria.
What are common denials associated with this diagnosis?
MAT coverage.
Related diagnoses
- F11.20 — Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
- F17.210 — Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
- F31.9 — Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F32.9 — Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
- F33.1 — Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F33.2 — Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe without psychotic features
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