ICD-10 Code F10.10 – Alcohol abuse, uncomplicated (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code F10.10 – Alcohol abuse, uncomplicated
What it is
F10.10 identifies alcohol abuse without documented complications. Use it when the record shows harmful alcohol use, but no intoxication, withdrawal, dependence, or other specified alcohol-related disorder.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Commonly, the chart may note recurrent alcohol-related problems, impaired control, or continued use despite harm, without evidence of a more severe alcohol use disorder.
When to use this code
Use F10.10 when the provider documents alcohol abuse and does not describe complications or a different alcohol-related diagnosis. It also fits cases where the note clearly states “uncomplicated” or equivalent wording. If the documentation is unclear, check documentation before assigning the code.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for alcohol dependence, intoxication, withdrawal, or alcohol-induced conditions. If the record supports another alcohol-related disorder, code that condition instead.
Coding tip
Code only what the provider documents; “uncomplicated” should be explicit or clearly supported in the note.