Opioid use, unspecified with intoxication delirium
ICD-10 F11.921 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of opioid use, unspecified with intoxication delirium.
F11.921 refers to a condition characterized by the use of opioids, which are substances that act on the opioid receptors in the brain to produce morphine-like effects. This code specifically indicates that the opioid use is unspecified and is accompanied by intoxication delirium, a state of confusion and altered consciousness resulting from the acute effects of opioids. Patients may present with symptoms such as disorientation, hallucinations, agitation, and impaired cognitive function. Opioid use disorder is a significant public health issue, often leading to addiction, withdrawal symptoms, and overdose. Treatment typically involves a combination of medication-assisted treatment (MAT), counseling, and behavioral therapies. The complexity of this diagnosis lies in the need for thorough documentation of the patient's history, the specifics of opioid use, and the clinical presentation of intoxication delirium. Accurate coding is essential for appropriate treatment planning and reimbursement.
Detailed history of substance use, treatment history, and mental status examination.
Patients presenting with overdose symptoms, requiring emergency intervention.
Consideration of co-occurring disorders and the need for a multidisciplinary approach to treatment.
Thorough psychiatric evaluation, including mental status examination and risk assessment.
Patients with opioid use disorder presenting with acute psychiatric symptoms.
Need for careful monitoring of mental status and potential for dual diagnosis.
Used in conjunction with F11.921 for treatment planning.
Document the nature of counseling and its relation to opioid use.
Addiction specialists should ensure comprehensive treatment plans are documented.
F11.921 specifies opioid use with intoxication delirium, while F11.90 indicates opioid use without specifying any complications or symptoms.
