Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

This diagnosis code signifies a patient's physiological and psychological reliance on opioid substances, characterized by a pattern of compulsive use despite negative consequences. It indicates that the dependence is currently uncomplicated by withdrawal, overdose, or other acute medical or psychiatric conditions directly related to the opioid use.

Use this code when documentation clearly states opioid dependence without any specified complications. This applies to patients who meet diagnostic criteria for opioid dependence but are not experiencing acute intoxication, withdrawal, or other substance-induced disorders at the time of encounter. Supporting documentation would include a physician's assessment confirming dependence and ruling out current complications.

• Do not use this code if the patient is experiencing opioid withdrawal; instead, use a more specific code from the F11.23- series.
• Ensure documentation explicitly states "uncomplicated" or lacks any mention of acute complications to justify this specific code.
• Consider sequencing this code after any acute medical conditions that are being treated, unless the opioid dependence is the primary reason for the encounter.