ICD-10 Code for Alcoholism
The default ICD-10-CM 2027 code for alcoholism (chronic) (without remission) is F10.20 – Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated. More specific codes depend on the details documented, as listed in the official index (4 codes, 4 billable).
- Main code
F10.20– Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated- Billable
- Yes
Index entries for Alcoholism
- with
- psychosis – see Psychosis, alcoholic
- remission –
F10.21
- Korsakov's –
F10.96- with dependence –
F10.26
- with dependence –
How to choose the right code
Start with the main term, then pick the indented subterm that matches the documentation (type, cause, site, laterality, episode of care). Always confirm the code in the tabular list: follow its Excludes1/Excludes2, “code first” and “use additional code” notes, and add a 7th character where required.
Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 alphabetic index.