ICD-10 Code F10.120 – Alcohol abuse with intoxication, uncomplicated (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code F10.120 – Alcohol abuse with intoxication, uncomplicated
What it is
This code identifies alcohol abuse with current intoxication, without complications. It applies when alcohol use is causing intoxication, but there is no delirium, withdrawal, or other specified complication.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include impaired judgment, slurred speech, unsteady gait, and altered behavior consistent with intoxication. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use F10.120 when the provider documents alcohol abuse and notes intoxication as the active condition, but no complication is reported. It also fits encounters for evaluation or management of intoxication tied to abusive alcohol use. Check documentation if dependence, withdrawal, or another alcohol-related disorder is described instead.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for alcohol dependence, alcohol intoxication without abuse, or intoxication with delirium or other complications. If the record is unclear, check documentation.
Coding tip
Confirm both elements—alcohol abuse and intoxication—and look for any documented complication before assigning F10.120.