Sedative, hypnotic or anxiolytic use, unsp w sleep disorder

This code signifies a patient's problematic use of sedatives, hypnotics, or anxiolytics, where the specific pattern or severity of use is not documented. Crucially, this unspecified substance use is directly causing a sleep disorder. The sleep disturbance is an adverse effect of the drug use.

Apply this code when documentation indicates a patient is experiencing a sleep disorder directly attributable to their use of sedatives, hypnotics, or anxiolytics, but the provider has not specified the type of use (e.g., abuse, dependence, or remission). Look for physician statements linking the sleep disturbance to the substance use without further qualifying the substance use itself.

• Do not use this code if the type of sedative, hypnotic, or anxiolytic use (e.g., abuse, dependence) is specified; instead, use a more specific F13 subcategory.
• Ensure the documentation clearly establishes a causal link between the substance use and the sleep disorder.
• Sequence this code as a primary diagnosis when the substance-induced sleep disorder is the main reason for the encounter, or as a secondary diagnosis if another condition is primary.