Cannabis use, unspecified with anxiety disorder
ICD-10 F12.980 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of cannabis use, unspecified with anxiety disorder.
Cannabis use disorder is characterized by a problematic pattern of cannabis use leading to clinically significant impairment or distress. When cannabis use is accompanied by anxiety disorder, it complicates the clinical picture, as the individual may use cannabis to self-medicate anxiety symptoms. This dual diagnosis can lead to a cycle of increased anxiety and reliance on cannabis, creating a complex interplay between substance use and mental health. Symptoms of anxiety may include excessive worry, restlessness, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and sleep disturbances. Treatment often requires a multidisciplinary approach, including psychotherapy, medication management, and substance use counseling. Clinicians must carefully assess the severity of both the cannabis use and anxiety disorder to develop an effective treatment plan. The unspecified nature of this code indicates that the specific type or severity of cannabis use disorder has not been detailed, which may necessitate further evaluation and documentation to guide treatment.
Detailed history of substance use, mental health history, and treatment plans.
Patients presenting with anxiety symptoms who report cannabis use as a coping mechanism.
Consideration of the impact of cannabis on anxiety symptoms and the need for integrated treatment approaches.
Comprehensive assessment of substance use history and mental health status.
Patients in recovery programs who experience anxiety and have a history of cannabis use.
Focus on harm reduction strategies and the potential for relapse.
Used when assessing a patient with cannabis use and anxiety.
Document the assessment findings and treatment recommendations.
Psychiatrists may require additional documentation on mental health history.
The 'unspecified' designation indicates that the specific type or severity of cannabis use disorder has not been documented. This may limit treatment options and necessitate further evaluation.
