In simple words: This code describes a person addicted to cigarettes who experiences withdrawal symptoms like cravings, anxiety, and irritability when they try to quit.

This code signifies nicotine dependence specifically related to cigarette smoking and accompanied by withdrawal symptoms.It indicates the patient is currently dependent on nicotine and experiences withdrawal symptoms upon cessation or reduction of cigarette use.

Example 1: A 60-year-old patient reports smoking two packs of cigarettes a day for 40 years.They experience intense cravings, irritability, and difficulty concentrating when they attempt to quit, indicating nicotine dependence with withdrawal., A 30-year-old patient seeks help to quit smoking. They report smoking one pack per day for the past 10 years and experiencing anxiety, restlessness, and increased appetite when they try to reduce their intake, suggesting nicotine dependence with withdrawal., A 45-year-old patient, a current smoker, presents with depressed mood, insomnia, and increased hunger after attempting to stop smoking, indicative of nicotine dependence with withdrawal symptoms.

Documentation should include the type of nicotine use (cigarettes), the frequency and duration of use, the presence and severity of withdrawal symptoms, and any previous attempts to quit.