ICD-10 Code F14.120 – Cocaine abuse with intoxication, uncomplicated (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide

The ICD-10 code for Cocaine abuse with intoxication, uncomplicated is F14.120.
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code F14.120 – Cocaine abuse with intoxication, uncomplicated

What it is

F14.120 identifies cocaine abuse with intoxication, without documented complications. Use it when cocaine use is causing an acute intoxicated state, but no delirium, perceptual disturbance, or other specified complication is recorded.

Clinical signs

Typical findings include recent cocaine use with stimulant effects such as euphoria, agitation, anxiety, restlessness, or increased talkativeness. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.

When to use this code

Use this code when the provider documents cocaine abuse and intoxication, uncomplicated, or an equivalent diagnosis. It fits encounters where the record supports current intoxication from cocaine use, but does not describe a more specific intoxication complication. Check documentation if the note is unclear about abuse versus dependence or another cocaine-related disorder.

Do not use for

Do not use this code if the record documents cocaine intoxication with delirium, perceptual disturbance, or another specified complication. Also avoid it when cocaine use is only historical or when another cocaine-related diagnosis is better supported. Check documentation.

Coding tip

Assign the most specific cocaine-related code documented, and confirm whether intoxication is uncomplicated before coding F14.120.

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