ICD-10 Code F10.281 – Alcohol dependence with alcohol-induced sexual dysfunction (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code F10.281 – Alcohol dependence with alcohol-induced sexual dysfunction
What it is
This code identifies alcohol dependence when the patient also has a sexual dysfunction caused by alcohol use. Use it when the record links the dysfunction to alcohol rather than another medical or psychological cause.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. You may see persistent dependence behaviors along with decreased sexual function, such as impaired desire, arousal, or performance, when the clinician attributes the problem to alcohol.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents alcohol dependence and specifically states that the sexual dysfunction is alcohol-induced. It is appropriate for encounters focused on both conditions, even if the sexual symptom is not the primary reason for the visit.
Code it only when the relationship is clearly documented. If the note describes sexual dysfunction without linking it to alcohol, check documentation and consider a different code.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for alcohol abuse, uncomplicated alcohol dependence, or sexual dysfunction from another cause. If the record does not support an alcohol-induced relationship, do not assume it.
Coding tip
Look for explicit provider wording that ties the sexual dysfunction to alcohol dependence before assigning F10.281.