ICD-10 Code F15.251 – Other Stimulant Dependence with Stimulant-Induced Psychotic Disorder with Hallucinations (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code F15.251 – Other stimulant dependence with stimulant-induced psychotic disorder with hallucinations
What it is
Use this code for stimulant dependence when the patient also has a psychotic disorder caused by the stimulant, with hallucinations. It identifies both the substance use disorder and the substance-induced mental disturbance.
Clinical signs
Hallucinations, paranoia, disorganized thinking, or other psychotic symptoms occur in the setting of stimulant use. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Assign it when the record clearly links dependence on a non-specified stimulant to a stimulant-induced psychotic disorder with hallucinations. Use it for encounters documenting both conditions together, especially when the hallucinations are attributed to stimulant use. Check documentation if the stimulant type or causal relationship is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for stimulant use without dependence, or for psychosis not caused by stimulant use. If hallucinations are present but another cause is documented, code the documented condition instead.
Coding tip
Confirm the provider documents both dependence and stimulant-induced psychosis with hallucinations before assigning F15.251.