of the specific substance use disorder (whe n present) are used when recording the sub-
stance/medication-induced mental disorder. ICD-10-CM codes are also provided for sit-
uations in which the substance/ medication-induced mental di sorder is not induced by a
substance use disorder (e.g., when a disorder is induced by one-time use of a substance or
medication). Additional  information needed to record the diagnostic name of the sub-
stance/medication-induce d mental disorder is provided in the sect ion “Recording Proce-
dures” for each substance/medication-induced mental disorder in its respective chapter.
Alcohol-Related Disorders
Alcohol Use Disorder
Alcohol Intoxication
Alcohol Withdrawal
Other Alcohol-Induced Disorders
Unspecified Alcohol-Related Disorder
Alcohol Use Disorder
Diagnostic Criteria  
A. A problematic pattern of alcohol use leading to clinically significant impairment or dis-
tress, as manifested by at least two of the following, occurring within a 12-month period:
1. Alcohol is often taken in larger amounts or over a longer period than was intended.
2. There is a persistent desire or unsuccessful efforts to cut down or control alcohol use.