Inhalant abuse with intoxication, unspecified

This code signifies a pattern of harmful use of inhalant substances, such as solvents or aerosols, leading to a state of intoxication. The patient exhibits acute effects of the inhalant on their mental and physical functioning, but the specific type of inhalant is not documented.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a patient's abuse of an unspecified inhalant substance, accompanied by signs and symptoms of acute intoxication. This typically occurs in emergency department settings or during initial assessments where the specific inhalant agent is unknown.

• Ensure documentation specifies "abuse" and "intoxication" with an inhalant; "use" or "dependence" alone are insufficient.
• If the specific inhalant is known (e.g., toluene, gasoline), a more specific code from the F18.1- subcategory should be used.
• Code any associated physical or mental health conditions resulting from the intoxication or abuse.