Inhalant dependence, in remission

This code signifies a patient's current state of physiological and psychological dependence on inhalants, where the individual has previously met the criteria for inhalant dependence but is now experiencing a period of sustained absence of use. It indicates that the patient is no longer actively using inhalants and is in a stable phase of recovery.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states a history of inhalant dependence and the patient is currently abstinent from inhalant use, indicating a period of remission. This is appropriate for patients undergoing ongoing treatment for substance use disorders who have achieved a period of sustained non-use.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "in remission" or similar language indicating sustained non-use following a period of dependence.
• Do not use this code if the patient is actively using inhalants or if there is no documented history of dependence.
• Consider sequencing this code with codes for any co-occurring mental health conditions or physical complications related to past inhalant use.