Cannabis dependence with psychotic disorder, unspecified

This code signifies a patient's physiological and psychological dependence on cannabis, coupled with the presence of a psychotic disorder. The psychotic symptoms are directly linked to or exacerbated by cannabis use, and the specific type of psychotic disorder is not documented.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates both cannabis dependence and a co-occurring psychotic disorder, and the clinician has not specified the exact nature of the psychosis. This code is appropriate when the medical record supports a causal or exacerbating relationship between cannabis use and the psychotic symptoms.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "dependence" on cannabis, not just "abuse" or "use."
• This code requires the presence of a psychotic disorder; if only cannabis dependence is present, a different code from the F12.2- series would be appropriate.
• If the specific psychotic disorder is known (e.g., cannabis-induced psychotic disorder with delusions), a more specific code should be used.