Sedative, hypnotic or anxiolytic dependence w oth disorder

This code signifies a patient's physiological or psychological dependence on sedative, hypnotic, or anxiolytic substances, coupled with an additional mental or behavioral disorder directly caused by the substance use. This "other" induced disorder is distinct from intoxication, withdrawal, or psychotic disorders.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of dependence on sedatives, hypnotics, or anxiolytics, and a co-occurring, substance-induced condition such as a mood disorder, anxiety disorder, or sleep disorder that is not otherwise specified. The provider must explicitly link the induced disorder to the substance use.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "dependence" rather than "abuse" or "use."
• This code requires a specific, but not otherwise classified, substance-induced disorder in addition to the dependence.
• Always sequence the substance-induced disorder code (if more specific than "other") after the dependence code, if applicable.