Sedative, hypnotic or anxiolytic abuse w sexual dysfunction

This code signifies a pattern of problematic sedative, hypnotic, or anxiolytic use leading to clinically significant impairment or distress, specifically when this substance abuse directly causes sexual dysfunction. The patient exhibits symptoms of substance abuse alongside sexual difficulties that are a direct physiological consequence of the drug use.

Apply this code when documentation clearly links a patient's abuse of sedatives, hypnotics, or anxiolytics to the onset or exacerbation of sexual dysfunction. This requires a physician's assessment confirming both the substance abuse and the substance-induced nature of the sexual dysfunction.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "abuse" rather than "dependence" or "use" to justify this code.
• Confirm the sexual dysfunction is directly attributed to the substance abuse, not an independent condition.
• Consider additional codes for specific types of sexual dysfunction if further detail is provided and clinically relevant.