Drug Overdose ICD-10-CM Codes

Use a drug overdose ICD code when documenting a case where a patient has taken drugs in quantities greater than recommended, leading to adverse effects.

Treatments vary widely based on the type of drug taken but may include activated charcoal, antidotes, life-support measures like breathing support, and intravenous fluids.

A diagnosis code for drug overdose indicates that a patient has taken a drug in quantities greater than recommended, leading to adverse effects. The specific code can give additional information about the type of drug and whether the overdose was accidental or intentional.