Hallucinogen abuse w psychotic disorder, unsp

This code signifies a pattern of problematic hallucinogen use leading to clinically significant impairment or distress, specifically complicated by a hallucinogen-induced psychotic disorder. The psychotic symptoms, such as hallucinations or delusions, are directly attributable to the physiological effects of hallucinogen use. This diagnosis is applied when the specific hallucinogen is not documented.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a patient's abuse of hallucinogens, accompanied by a psychotic disorder directly caused by the substance. This applies when the specific type of hallucinogen (e.g., LSD, PCP) is not identified in the medical record. Supporting documentation should include evidence of both hallucinogen abuse and the presence of psychotic symptoms.

• Ensure documentation explicitly links the psychotic disorder to hallucinogen use.
• If the specific hallucinogen is known, use a more specific code from the F16.15 category (e.g., F16.150 for PCP).
• Distinguish from primary psychotic disorders that may be exacerbated by substance use, which would require different coding.