ICD-10 Code F10.280 – Alcohol dependence with alcohol-induced anxiety disorder (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code F10.280 – Alcohol dependence with alcohol-induced anxiety disorder
What it is
This code identifies alcohol dependence when the person also has an anxiety disorder caused by alcohol use. It signals both the substance dependence and the alcohol-induced mental health condition.
Clinical signs
Clinical features may include persistent anxiety, restlessness, or panic symptoms that develop during or after alcohol use. You should confirm that the anxiety is linked to alcohol and not better explained by another disorder.
When to use this code
Use this code when documentation states alcohol dependence with an alcohol-induced anxiety disorder, or equivalent wording such as anxiety due to alcohol. It is appropriate when the record clearly links the anxiety to alcohol use. If the cause is unclear, check documentation before assigning the code.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for alcohol dependence without an anxiety disorder, or for anxiety disorders unrelated to alcohol. Do not assign it when the record only notes intoxication, withdrawal, or unspecified anxiety.
Coding tip
Look for explicit provider documentation connecting the anxiety disorder to alcohol dependence before coding F10.280.