ICD-10 Code F10.98 – Alcohol use, unspecified with other alcohol-induced disorders (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code F10.98 – Alcohol use, unspecified with other alcohol-induced disorders
What it is
This code identifies alcohol use, unspecified, when the patient also has another alcohol-induced disorder that is not separately named in the record. Use it when alcohol is the cause, but the exact induced condition is documented only generally.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. You may see a provider note linking alcohol use to a related disorder, such as behavioral, mental, or neurologic effects, without a more specific diagnosis.
When to use this code
Use this code when the chart documents alcohol use and an additional alcohol-induced disorder, but the induced condition is not specified with a more exact ICD-10 code. It also fits when the record supports alcohol causation, yet the diagnosis remains nonspecific. Check documentation if the note is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for uncomplicated alcohol use alone or for a separately named alcohol-induced disorder that has its own specific code. If the record identifies another substance or a non-alcohol cause, choose a different code.
Coding tip
Assign the most specific alcohol-induced diagnosis available; use F10.98 only when documentation supports alcohol involvement but stays nonspecific.