Alcohol use, unspecified, in remission

This code signifies a diagnosis of alcohol use disorder where the specific pattern of use (e.g., mild, moderate, severe) is not documented, and the patient is currently in a period of remission. Remission indicates that the patient no longer meets the full diagnostic criteria for alcohol use disorder.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states a history of alcohol use disorder, but the severity or pattern of use is not specified, and the patient is currently abstinent or has significantly reduced their alcohol intake such that they no longer meet diagnostic criteria. This is often used in follow-up appointments for patients who have successfully completed treatment or are maintaining sobriety.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "in remission" or provides clinical evidence of remission (e.g., sustained abstinence, no current symptoms).
• Avoid using this code if the severity of alcohol use disorder (mild, moderate, severe) is documented; instead, select a more specific F10.1-, F10.2-, or F10.9- code with the appropriate remission specifier.
• Do not use this code for active alcohol use disorder; it is strictly for cases where remission has been achieved.