Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM F13 is the diagnosis code for Sedative, hypnotic, or anxiolytic related disorders. This code falls under the section "Mental and behavioral disorders due to psychoactive substance use" within Chapter 5 — Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01-F99). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.
Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.
Understanding where F13 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, F13 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
F13 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Sedative, hypnotic, or anxiolytic related disorders". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
F13 is located in Section F10-F19 — "Mental and behavioral disorders due to psychoactive substance use" within Chapter 5 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
F13 has 3 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: F13.1, F13.2, F13.9.
Use F13 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Sedative, hypnotic, or anxiolytic related disorders" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Sedative, hypnotic, or anxiolytic related disorders is F13.
No, F13 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
F13 is in Chapter 5 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, F13 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.