ICD-10 Code F19.26 – Other psychoactive substance dependence with psychoactive substance-induced persisting amnestic disorder (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code F19.26 – Other psychoactive substance dependence with psychoactive substance-induced persisting amnestic disorder
What it is
This code identifies dependence on another psychoactive substance, along with a long-lasting amnestic disorder caused by that substance. Use it when documentation links persistent memory impairment to the substance use.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Records may describe ongoing memory loss, difficulty learning new information, or problems recalling recent events after substance exposure.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents both psychoactive substance dependence and a persisting amnestic disorder attributed to that substance. It applies when the memory disorder remains present beyond acute intoxication or withdrawal. Check documentation for the specific substance if it is named elsewhere.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for simple intoxication, withdrawal, or transient memory problems without a documented persisting amnestic disorder. Do not assign it if the substance-related cause is not stated.
Coding tip
Confirm that dependence and the persisting amnestic disorder are both documented before coding F19.26.