ICD-10 Code F10.22 – Alcohol dependence with intoxication (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code F10.22 – Alcohol dependence with intoxication
What it is
Use this code for alcohol dependence when the patient is currently intoxicated. It identifies a documented dependence syndrome plus evidence of acute alcohol intoxication.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Common findings include impaired judgment, slurred speech, unsteady gait, altered behavior, and other signs of intoxication in a patient with alcohol dependence.
When to use this code
Assign F10.22 when the record clearly states alcohol dependence with intoxication, or documents both dependence and current intoxication. Use it for encounters where intoxication is part of the assessed condition, not merely a history of alcohol use.
If the note only says alcohol use, abuse, or intoxication without dependence, check documentation before coding. Also confirm whether any alcohol-induced complications or withdrawal conditions are separately documented.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for alcohol intoxication without dependence, or for alcohol dependence without current intoxication. Check documentation if the record instead describes withdrawal, abuse, or another alcohol-related disorder.
Coding tip
Code only when dependence and intoxication are both clearly documented in the same encounter.