In simple words: This code indicates that a person is addicted to cigarettes and is experiencing negative health effects because of their nicotine use. The specific health problems related to their nicotine use are not specified.

This code signifies an ongoing dependence on cigarettes as the source of nicotine, accompanied by unspecified disorders induced by nicotine use.It is characterized by an inability to cease cigarette consumption despite awareness of the detrimental health effects, coupled with physical and/or psychological symptoms upon withdrawal.

Example 1: A patient presents with difficulty concentrating, depressed mood, and increased hunger, and reports ongoing cigarette use despite knowing the risks and wanting to quit.The provider diagnoses nicotine dependence with unspecified nicotine-induced disorder as the patient does not describe specific health issues caused by smoking., A patient with a long history of smoking is experiencing insomnia and anxiety.They admit to failed attempts to quit and continue to smoke regularly. The provider diagnoses nicotine dependence with unspecified nicotine-induced disorder., A patient seeks help for irritability and restlessness. During the consultation, they reveal heavy cigarette use and unsuccessful quit attempts.No specific nicotine-related medical conditions are identified by the physician, resulting in a diagnosis of nicotine dependence with unspecified nicotine-induced disorder.

Documentation should include evidence of nicotine dependence (e.g., patient's reported inability to quit despite harmful effects, withdrawal symptoms), the type of tobacco product used (cigarettes), and the presence of unspecified nicotine-induced disorders, although the specific nature of the disorders need not be documented for this code.