Oth stimulant dependence w stim-induce anxiety disorder

This code signifies a patient's physiological and psychological dependence on stimulants, such as amphetamines or cocaine, which has led to the development of an anxiety disorder directly attributable to the stimulant use. The anxiety symptoms are beyond what would be expected during intoxication or withdrawal and persist as a distinct clinical syndrome.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of stimulant dependence and a co-occurring anxiety disorder where the stimulant use is identified as the direct etiological factor. This typically requires a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation confirming both the dependence and the stimulant-induced nature of the anxiety.

• Ensure documentation specifies "dependence" rather than "abuse" or "use" to support this code.
• Verify that the anxiety disorder is explicitly linked to stimulant use; if the anxiety predates or is unrelated, a separate anxiety disorder code should be used.
• Consider sequencing this code after any acute intoxication or withdrawal codes if those conditions are also present and being treated.