ICD-10 Code F10.220 – Alcohol dependence with intoxication, uncomplicated (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code F10.220 – Alcohol dependence with intoxication, uncomplicated
What it is
F10.220 identifies alcohol dependence with current intoxication, without documented complications. Use it when the record shows dependence and intoxication, but no delirium, withdrawal, or other specified complication.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Intoxication may include impaired judgment, slurred speech, unsteady gait, or altered behavior, alongside evidence of alcohol dependence.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents alcohol dependence and notes the patient is intoxicated, uncomplicated. It fits encounters where intoxication is present but no complication is described. If the note specifies a different alcohol-related disorder, code that instead.
Do not use for
Do not use it for alcohol use without dependence, or for intoxication with delirium, withdrawal, or other complications. Check documentation if the record is unclear.
Coding tip
Verify that both dependence and intoxication are documented before assigning F10.220.