ICD Code F17.200

ICD code F17.200 is used to classify a diagnosis of nicotine dependence that is unspecified and uncomplicated. This means the patient is dependent on nicotine, but there are no additional complications or specific details provided about the type or severity of the dependence. This code is often used when the healthcare provider has identified nicotine dependence but does not have further information to specify the condition.

1. History of Tobacco Use: The patient has a documented history of using tobacco products, including cigarettes, cigars, pipes, or smokeless tobacco.

2. Current Use of Tobacco: The patient is currently using tobacco products, as confirmed through self-reporting or clinical observation.

3. Absence of Complications: There are no present complications or associated conditions such as tobacco-induced disorders, withdrawal symptoms, or other health issues directly linked to tobacco use.

4. No Specific Type of Tobacco Product: The type of tobacco product used by the patient is not specified or is varied, and the dependence is not limited to a particular form of tobacco.

5. Behavioral Indicators of Dependence: The patient exhibits behaviors indicative of nicotine dependence, such as difficulty in quitting despite the desire to do so, or continued use despite awareness of health risks.

6. Psychological Dependence: The patient shows signs of psychological dependence on nicotine, such as using tobacco to relieve stress or anxiety.

7. Routine Health Assessment: The diagnosis is made during a routine health assessment or check-up, where tobacco use is evaluated as part of the patient's lifestyle and health habits.

8. No Withdrawal Symptoms: The patient does not currently exhibit withdrawal symptoms that would indicate a more complex dependence scenario.

9. General Health Inquiry: The diagnosis is part of a general inquiry into the patient's health behaviors and lifestyle choices, without the presence of acute or chronic tobacco-related health issues.

For the ICD code F17.200, which pertains to nicotine dependence, unspecified, uncomplicated, the relevant CPT codes that may be applicable for treatment include:

1. 99406 - Smoking and tobacco use cessation counseling visit; intermediate, greater than 3 minutes up to 10 minutes.

2. 99407 - Smoking and tobacco use cessation counseling visit; intensive, greater than 10 minutes.

These CPT codes are used to document and bill for counseling services provided to patients to assist them in quitting smoking or tobacco use. It's important for healthcare providers to ensure accurate documentation and coding to facilitate proper reimbursement and compliance with healthcare regulations.

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