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F16.929

Billable

Hallucinogen use, unspecified with intoxication, unspecified

HCC Category Mapping

V28HCC 137Drug Use Disorder/Substance Use Disorder, Moderate/Severe
0.358
V24HCC 55Drug/Alcohol Dependence
0.334
ESRDHCC 55Drug/Alcohol Dependence
0.000

What This Code Means

A person uses hallucinogenic drugs and experiences intoxication, but the specific type of intoxication effect is not detailed.

Coding Tips

  • Use this code when intoxication is present but specific manifestations are not documented
  • Query provider for clarification on intoxication symptoms if possible for more specific coding

Clinical Significance

This doubly unspecified code (unspecified use pattern, unspecified intoxication type) represents the least specific intoxication coding for hallucinogen use. It indicates significant documentation gaps and should be avoided in favor of more specific alternatives whenever possible.

Documentation Requirements

  • Documentation of hallucinogen use with intoxication
  • Provider query for both use pattern (abuse vs dependence) and intoxication details (delirium present or absent)
  • Clinical signs of intoxication noted in the record
  • Reason specificity cannot be achieved
  • Follow-up plan for substance use disorder evaluation

Commonly Confused Codes

Code Hierarchy

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