Cannabis abuse with withdrawal

This code signifies a pattern of problematic cannabis use leading to clinically significant impairment or distress, specifically characterized by the presence of withdrawal symptoms upon cessation or reduction of cannabis intake. Patients experiencing cannabis abuse with withdrawal exhibit physical and psychological symptoms such as irritability, anxiety, sleep disturbance, and decreased appetite when not using the substance.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of cannabis abuse and the patient is actively experiencing or has recently experienced withdrawal symptoms from cannabis. This is appropriate for patients presenting for treatment of their cannabis use disorder where withdrawal is a prominent feature, or during an assessment identifying both abuse and withdrawal.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states both "abuse" and "withdrawal" to support this specific code.
• Distinguish from cannabis dependence with withdrawal (F12.23) which implies a more severe pattern of use.
• Code any associated physical or mental health conditions exacerbated by cannabis use or withdrawal as secondary diagnoses.