ICD-10 Code F10.920 – Alcohol use, unspecified with intoxication, uncomplicated (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code F10.920 – Alcohol use, unspecified with intoxication, uncomplicated
What it is
F10.920 identifies alcohol use, unspecified, with acute intoxication that is uncomplicated. Use it when the record shows alcohol intoxication, but no delirium, withdrawal, or other complication is documented.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include impaired coordination, slurred speech, altered judgment, and decreased inhibition. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation, and do not assume complications unless they are clearly recorded.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents intoxication from alcohol and does not specify the pattern of use beyond “unspecified.” It fits emergency, urgent care, or inpatient notes describing acute intoxication without added mental or physical complications.
If the chart mentions confusion, withdrawal, delirium, or another alcohol-related disorder, you need a different code. Check documentation for the exact diagnosis and whether the intoxication is uncomplicated.
Do not use for
Do not use F10.920 for alcohol dependence, withdrawal, or intoxication with delirium. It is also incorrect when the record documents a more specific alcohol use diagnosis.
Coding tip
Code only what the provider states, and confirm that “uncomplicated” intoxication is documented before assigning F10.920.