Alcohol dependence with intoxication, unspecified

This code signifies a severe pattern of alcohol use characterized by impaired control over drinking, continued use despite adverse consequences, and physiological symptoms such as tolerance and withdrawal, occurring concurrently with acute alcohol intoxication. The "unspecified" nature indicates that the specific type of intoxication (e.g., uncomplicated, delirium, hallucinosis) is not documented.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of alcohol dependence alongside evidence of current alcohol intoxication, without further specification of the intoxication type. This is appropriate for patients presenting to the emergency department or inpatient settings with both chronic dependence and acute effects of alcohol.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "alcohol dependence" and "intoxication" without specifying the intoxication type.
• Do not use if the intoxication is further specified (e.g., with delirium, with withdrawal delirium); instead, use a more specific F10.22x code.
• Consider sequencing this code as a primary diagnosis if it is the main reason for the encounter, or as a secondary diagnosis if it is a co-morbidity impacting treatment.