Alcohol use, unsp with alcohol-induced persisting dementia

This code signifies a diagnosis of alcohol use disorder where the specific pattern or severity of alcohol use is not documented, but the patient presents with persistent cognitive impairment directly attributable to chronic alcohol consumption. This dementia is characterized by memory deficits, language disturbances, and/or impaired executive function that significantly interferes with daily activities.

Apply this code when documentation clearly links a patient's persisting dementia to a history of alcohol use, but the specific type or severity of alcohol dependence or abuse is not specified. This is appropriate when a clinician diagnoses alcohol-induced dementia without further detailing the alcohol use disorder itself.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states the dementia is "alcohol-induced" and "persisting."
• Do not use if the type of alcohol use disorder (e.g., mild, moderate, severe, abuse, dependence) is specified; instead, use a more specific F10.xx code.
• Sequence this code as a primary diagnosis when the alcohol-induced dementia is the primary reason for the encounter, or as a secondary diagnosis when it is a co-morbidity.