Sedatv/hyp/anxiolytc use, unsp w withdrawal, unsp

This code signifies a patient experiencing withdrawal symptoms due to the use of a sedative, hypnotic, or anxiolytic substance, where the specific substance and the nature of the withdrawal are not documented. It indicates a physiological response to the cessation or reduction of a central nervous system depressant.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states withdrawal from a sedative, hypnotic, or anxiolytic, but lacks specificity regarding the particular drug (e.g., benzodiazepine, barbiturate) or the precise withdrawal syndrome (e.g., delirium, seizures). This is appropriate for initial assessments where detailed substance information or withdrawal manifestations are pending.

• Avoid using this code if the specific substance or withdrawal manifestation (e.g., delirium, perceptual disturbance) is documented; instead, use a more specific code from the F13.2- or F13.9- subcategories.
• Always review the medical record for any further details that might allow for a more precise code selection.
• This code should be sequenced as a primary diagnosis when the withdrawal is the primary reason for the encounter.