Sedative, hypnotic or anxiolytic abuse w intoxication, unsp

This code signifies a pattern of problematic use of sedative, hypnotic, or anxiolytic substances, leading to clinically significant impairment or distress, and currently presenting with symptoms of acute intoxication. The specific substance involved is not documented or is unknown.

Apply this code when a patient exhibits signs and symptoms of acute intoxication from a sedative, hypnotic, or anxiolytic, and there is an established diagnosis of abuse of this class of substances. Documentation should clearly indicate both the abuse pattern and the current state of intoxication, without specifying the exact drug.

• Do not use this code if the specific sedative, hypnotic, or anxiolytic substance is known; instead, use a more specific code from the F13.12- subcategory.
• This code is for abuse, not dependence. If dependence is documented, a code from the F13.2- subcategory should be considered.
• Always sequence this code as a primary diagnosis when it is the reason for the encounter, or as a secondary diagnosis if it is a co-morbidity impacting treatment.