ICD-10 Code F15.15 – Other Stimulant Abuse with Stimulant-Induced Psychotic Disorder (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide

The ICD-10 code for Other stimulant abuse with stimulant-induced psychotic disorder is F15.15.
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code F15.15 – Other stimulant abuse with stimulant-induced psychotic disorder

What it is

Use this code for abuse of other stimulants when the patient also has a stimulant-induced psychotic disorder. It indicates both the substance problem and the psychiatric complication are documented.

Clinical signs

Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Psychotic symptoms may include hallucinations, delusions, or disorganized thinking occurring in the setting of stimulant use.

When to use this code

Use F15.15 when the record clearly states stimulant abuse and an induced psychotic disorder caused by an other stimulant, such as a non-cocaine, non-amphetamine stimulant. You should code it when the provider links the psychosis to the stimulant use. Check documentation if the substance or relationship is unclear.

Do not use for

Do not use this code if the psychosis is unrelated to stimulant use or if the diagnosis is stimulant dependence or uncomplicated abuse only. Check documentation for the exact substance and disorder type.

Coding tip

Confirm that the provider explicitly documents both abuse and stimulant-induced psychosis before assigning F15.15.

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