Code Attributes
- Non-Billable/Non-Specific Code
Clinical Information
- Disorders related or resulting from use of cocaine.
Type 2 Excludes
- Other stimulant-related disorders (F15.-)
Codes
- F14.1 Cocaine abuse
- F14.10 Cocaine abuse, uncomplicated
- F14.11 Cocaine abuse, in remission
- F14.12 Cocaine abuse with intoxication
- F14.120 Cocaine abuse with intoxication, uncomplicated
- F14.121 Cocaine abuse with intoxication with delirium
- F14.122 Cocaine abuse with intoxication with perceptual disturbance
- F14.129 Cocaine abuse with intoxication, unspecified
- F14.13 Cocaine abuse, unspecified with withdrawal
- F14.14 Cocaine abuse with cocaine-induced mood disorder
- F14.15 Cocaine abuse with cocaine-induced psychotic disorder
- F14.150 Cocaine abuse with cocaine-induced psychotic disorder with delusions
- F14.151 Cocaine abuse with cocaine-induced psychotic disorder with hallucinations
- F14.159 Cocaine abuse with cocaine-induced psychotic disorder, unspecified
- F14.18 Cocaine abuse with other cocaine-induced disorder
- F14.180 Cocaine abuse with cocaine-induced anxiety disorder
- F14.181 Cocaine abuse with cocaine-induced sexual dysfunction
- F14.182 Cocaine abuse with cocaine-induced sleep disorder
- F14.188 Cocaine abuse with other cocaine-induced disorder
- F14.19 Cocaine abuse with unspecified cocaine-induced disorder
- F14.2 Cocaine dependence
- F14.20 Cocaine dependence, uncomplicated
- F14.21 Cocaine dependence, in remission
- F14.22 Cocaine dependence with intoxication
- F14.220 Cocaine dependence with intoxication, uncomplicated
- F14.221 Cocaine dependence with intoxication delirium
- F14.222 Cocaine dependence with intoxication with perceptual disturbance
- F14.229 Cocaine dependence with intoxication, unspecified
- F14.23 Cocaine dependence with withdrawal
- F14.24 Cocaine dependence with cocaine-induced mood disorder
- F14.25 Cocaine dependence with cocaine-induced psychotic disorder
- F14.250 Cocaine dependence with cocaine-induced psychotic disorder with delusions
- F14.251 Cocaine dependence with cocaine-induced psychotic disorder with hallucinations
- F14.259 Cocaine dependence with cocaine-induced psychotic disorder, unspecified
- F14.28 Cocaine dependence with other cocaine-induced disorder
- F14.280 Cocaine dependence with cocaine-induced anxiety disorder
- F14.281 Cocaine dependence with cocaine-induced sexual dysfunction
- F14.282 Cocaine dependence with cocaine-induced sleep disorder
- F14.288 Cocaine dependence with other cocaine-induced disorder
- F14.29 Cocaine dependence with unspecified cocaine-induced disorder
- F14.9 Cocaine use, unspecified
- F14.90 Cocaine use, unspecified, uncomplicated
- F14.91 Cocaine use, unspecified, in remission
- F14.92 Cocaine use, unspecified with intoxication
- F14.920 Cocaine use, unspecified with intoxication, uncomplicated
- F14.921 Cocaine use, unspecified with intoxication delirium
- F14.922 Cocaine use, unspecified with intoxication with perceptual disturbance
- F14.929 Cocaine use, unspecified with intoxication, unspecified
- F14.93 Cocaine use, unspecified with withdrawal
- F14.94 Cocaine use, unspecified with cocaine-induced mood disorder
- F14.95 Cocaine use, unspecified with cocaine-induced psychotic disorder
- F14.950 Cocaine use, unspecified with cocaine-induced psychotic disorder with delusions
- F14.951 Cocaine use, unspecified with cocaine-induced psychotic disorder with hallucinations
- F14.959 Cocaine use, unspecified with cocaine-induced psychotic disorder, unspecified
- F14.98 Cocaine use, unspecified with other specified cocaine-induced disorder
- F14.980 Cocaine use, unspecified with cocaine-induced anxiety disorder
- F14.981 Cocaine use, unspecified with cocaine-induced sexual dysfunction
- F14.982 Cocaine use, unspecified with cocaine-induced sleep disorder
- F14.988 Cocaine use, unspecified with other cocaine-induced disorder
- F14.99 Cocaine use, unspecified with unspecified cocaine-induced disorder
ICD-10 Code F14 refers to mental and behavioral disorders due to the use of cocaine. This category encompasses a range of disorders resulting from acute intoxication, dependence, abuse, and various other mental and behavioral changes directly attributed to cocaine use. Utilizing the correct ICD-10 codes is vital for accurate diagnosis recording, billing, and insurance claim processing in mental health practices.
Here's more about applying F14 codes correctly:
1. Client diagnosis
When diagnosing a client with a disorder resulting from cocaine use, select the most accurate F14 code that reflects their specific condition. Careful consideration of manifestation specifics, such as whether the patient exhibits intoxication, withdrawal symptoms, or psychotic features, ensures proper treatment planning and accurate communication with other healthcare professionals involved in the patient's care. Plus, distinguishing between uncomplicated versus complicated presentations through precise F14 subcategory selection supports appropriate clinical decision-making and helps create a comprehensive treatment approach tailored to the individual's unique pattern of cocaine-related pathology.
2. Billing and coding
When preparing billing documents or insurance claims, accurately inputting the specific F14 code is crucial. This makes sure that claims are processed efficiently and reduces the risk of denials due to coding errors.
3. Insurance claims
For insurance claims, the specificity of the ICD-10 code can significantly impact reimbursement. Ensure that the diagnosis code matches the treatment provided. For example, if you're treating a client for cocaine dependence, the F14.1 code should be used. This specificity helps insurance providers understand the necessity and relevance of the therapeutic services offered, leading to better outcomes in claim processing.
4. Documentation
When documenting the diagnosis, include a comprehensive assessment that justifies the use of the chosen ICD-10 code. This is important for both clinical and billing purposes, guaranteeing that all professionals involved in the client's care have a clear understanding of their condition and treatment plan.
5. Continual education
Keeping up-to-date with ICD-10 codes, including any updates or changes, is essential for mental health professionals. Ongoing professional development through accredited webinars, workshops, and industry publications helps practitioners maintain coding proficiency and billing accuracy. Many professional associations offer specialized training modules and certification programs focused on diagnostic coding in behavioral health settings. Additionally, subscribing to coding newsletters from authoritative sources such as the American Psychological Association or the American Medical Association can provide timely alerts about critical revisions to diagnostic criteria.
Sources
- "MeSH Browser". NIH National Library Of Medicine. National Institute Of Health, n.d., https://meshb.nlm.nih.gov/record/ui?ui=D019970. Accessed 27 Jan 2025.
- "F14 - Cocaine related disorders". 3M Coding And Reimbursement System. Metropolitan Community College, Kansas City, n.d., https://mcc-dental-3m.mcckc.edu/wcb?get=diagnosis_tabular_section_00498.html. Accessed 27 Jan 2025.
