F17.200: Nicotine dependence, unspecified, uncomplicated

F17.200, nicotine dependence, unspecified, uncomplicated, is listed as a covered diagnosis in 3 Medicare billing and coding articles that apply to 4 HCPCS Level II codes, including G0017 (Psychotherapy for crisis furnished in an applicable site…), G0018 (Psychotherapy for crisis furnished in an applicable site…), G0560 (Safety planning interventions, each 20 minutes personally…). The articles come from 2 Medicare contractors. A listed diagnosis supports medical necessity only; coverage still depends on the LCD's criteria and on documentation in the medical record.

HCPCS Level II codes with F17.200 as a covered diagnosis

CodeDescriptionMedicare coverageDMEPOS fee 2026 (state range)Articles listing it
G0017Psychotherapy for crisis furnished in an applicable site of service (any place of service at which the non-facility rate for psychotherapy for crisis services applies, other than the office setting); first 60 minutesCarrier judgment—2
G0018Psychotherapy for crisis furnished in an applicable site of service (any place of service at which the non-facility rate for psychotherapy for crisis services applies, other than the office setting); each additional 30 minutes (list separately in addition to code for primary service)Carrier judgment—2
G0560Safety planning interventions, each 20 minutes personally performed by the billing practitioner, including assisting the patient in the identification of the following personalized elements of a safety plan: recognizing warning signs of an impending suicidal or substance use-related crisis; employing internal coping strategies; utilizing social contacts and social settings as a means of distraction from suicidal thoughts or risky substance use; utilizing family members, significant others, caregivers, and/or friends to help resolve the crisis; contacting mental health or substance use disorder professionals or agencies; and making the environment safeCarrier judgment—2
G0451Development testing, with interpretation and report, per standardized instrument formCarrier judgment—2

Medicare policy articles listing F17.200

A diagnosis listed as covered in a billing and coding article supports medical necessity for the article's codes; it does not guarantee payment. Coverage depends on the LCD's criteria, the contractor's jurisdiction and documentation in the medical record.

Other F17 diagnoses (Nicotine dependence)

Frequently asked questions

Does Medicare cover F17.200 (Nicotine dependence, unspecified, uncomplicated)?

Medicare covers items and services, not diagnoses. 3 Medicare billing and coding articles list F17.200 as a covered diagnosis for 4 HCPCS Level II codes: the diagnosis can support medical necessity for those codes, but payment still depends on the LCD's coverage criteria and the medical record.

Which HCPCS codes can be billed with ICD-10 F17.200?

The Level II codes from the policies most specific to this diagnosis are G0017 (Psychotherapy for crisis furnished in an applicable site…, 2 articles); G0018 (Psychotherapy for crisis furnished in an applicable site…, 2 articles); G0560 (Safety planning interventions, each 20 minutes personally…, 2 articles); G0451 (Development testing, with interpretation and report, per…, 2 articles). Code choice depends on the item supplied; check each code's descriptor.

Which Medicare policy articles list F17.200?

A57520 (Billing and Coding: Psychiatric Diagnostic Evaluation and Psychotherapy Services); A57130 (Billing and Coding: Psychiatric Codes); A57780 (Billing and Coding: Psychological and Neuropsychological Tests).

What is ICD-10-CM code F17.200?

F17.200 is the ICD-10-CM code for nicotine dependence, unspecified, uncomplicated, in category F17 (Nicotine dependence), chapter 5: Mental, behavioral and neurodevelopmental disorders.

Next steps

Sources: CMS Medicare Coverage Database billing and coding articles (covered ICD-10 code lists and HCPCS links); ICD-10-CM FY2026; CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2026; CMS DMEPOS fee schedule 2026 (non-rural state fees). Not billing or legal advice.

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