Other psychoactive substance abuse, uncomplicated

This code signifies a pattern of harmful use of a psychoactive substance, other than alcohol, opioids, cannabis, sedatives/hypnotics, cocaine, or other stimulants, that has not resulted in a physiological dependence or significant medical/psychiatric complications. The individual experiences recurrent substance-related problems, such as failure to fulfill major role obligations, use in physically hazardous situations, or legal problems, but without withdrawal symptoms or tolerance.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates abuse of a psychoactive substance not specified elsewhere, and there is no mention of dependence, intoxication, or withdrawal. This applies to substances like hallucinogens (e.g., LSD, PCP), inhalants, or other unspecified psychoactive substances where the use is causing clinically significant impairment or distress. Ensure the medical record explicitly states "abuse" and not "dependence" or "use."

• Do not use this code if the substance is identified as alcohol, opioid, cannabis, sedative/hypnotic, cocaine, or other stimulant; use the specific code for that substance.
• This code is for "uncomplicated" abuse; if there are associated mental or behavioral disorders, intoxication, or withdrawal, a more specific code reflecting those conditions should be used.
• Always review documentation for the specific substance involved to ensure the most precise code is selected; this code is for "other" or unspecified psychoactive substances.