Sedatv/hyp/anxiolytc use, unsp w persist amnestic disorder

This code signifies a patient diagnosed with a persisting memory impairment directly caused by the chronic use or abuse of sedatives, hypnotics, or anxiolytics, where the specific substance used is not documented. The amnestic disorder is a long-term neurological consequence of the substance use, not an acute intoxication effect.

Apply this code when documentation clearly links a patient's ongoing memory deficits (e.g., impaired ability to learn new information or recall past events) to the historical or current use of an unspecified sedative, hypnotic, or anxiolytic. This diagnosis requires a physician's assessment confirming the substance-induced nature of the amnestic disorder.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "persisting" amnestic disorder, not transient or acute memory issues.
• Only use this code when the specific sedative, hypnotic, or anxiolytic is not identified; otherwise, use a more specific F13 subcategory.
• This code should be sequenced as a primary diagnosis if the amnestic disorder is the main reason for the encounter, or as a secondary diagnosis if it's a co-morbidity.