ICD-10 Code F10.250 – Alcohol dependence with alcohol-induced psychotic disorder with delusions (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code F10.250 – Alcohol dependence with alcohol-induced psychotic disorder with delusions
What it is
This code identifies alcohol dependence with a psychotic disorder caused by alcohol use, where delusions are present. Use it when the record links the psychosis directly to alcohol dependence.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include persistent alcohol dependence plus delusional thinking, such as fixed false beliefs. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for the specific psychotic presentation and timing relative to alcohol use.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents alcohol dependence and an alcohol-induced psychotic disorder with delusions in the same encounter. It is appropriate when the delusions are attributed to alcohol rather than a primary psychotic disorder. Check documentation if the record does not clearly connect the psychosis to alcohol.
Do not use for
Do not use it for alcohol dependence without psychosis, or for psychotic disorders not caused by alcohol. If hallucinations or another substance is documented instead of delusions, choose the code that matches the record.
Coding tip
Confirm both the alcohol dependence and the alcohol-induced delusional disorder are explicitly documented before assigning F10.250.