Other psychoactive substance use, unsp with withdrawal, unsp

This code signifies a patient experiencing withdrawal symptoms due to the use of a psychoactive substance, where the specific substance is not identified, and the severity or type of withdrawal is also not specified. It indicates a substance-induced mental and behavioral disorder with a physiological component of withdrawal.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates withdrawal from a psychoactive substance, but the specific substance (e.g., opioid, stimulant, hallucinogen) is unknown or not documented. It is appropriate when the type or severity of withdrawal symptoms (e.g., mild, moderate, severe, delirium) is also not specified by the provider.

• Avoid using this code if the specific psychoactive substance is known; instead, code to the specific substance category (e.g., F11 for opioids, F14 for cocaine).
• Do not use if the type of withdrawal (e.g., delirium, perceptual disturbances) is documented; instead, choose a more specific code from the F19.9xx series.
• Always seek clarification from the provider if the substance or withdrawal type can be identified for more precise coding.