ICD-10 Code F19.130 – Other psychoactive substance abuse with withdrawal, uncomplicated (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide

The ICD-10 code for Other psychoactive substance abuse with withdrawal, uncomplicated is F19.130.
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code F19.130 – Other psychoactive substance abuse with withdrawal, uncomplicated

What it is

This code identifies abuse of another psychoactive substance with withdrawal symptoms, without complications. Use it when the record links substance abuse to withdrawal and does not describe a delirium, psychosis, or other specified complication.

Clinical signs

Withdrawal may include anxiety, agitation, tremor, sleep disturbance, sweating, nausea, or other substance-specific symptoms. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.

When to use this code

Use this code when the clinician documents psychoactive substance abuse and clearly states withdrawal, uncomplicated. It fits encounters for assessment, monitoring, or management of withdrawal symptoms tied to the abused substance. Check documentation if the substance type or withdrawal status is unclear.

Do not use for

Do not use this code if the record describes dependence, intoxication, or withdrawal with complications such as delirium or psychosis. If the substance or clinical picture is not specified, check documentation.

Coding tip

Confirm both abuse and withdrawal are documented, and verify that no complication changes the code selection.

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