6C4A.22

ICD-11 MMS 2026-01

Nicotine dependence, sustained partial remission

Description

After a diagnosis of nicotine dependence, and often following a treatment episode or other intervention (including self-help intervention), there is a significant reduction in nicotine consumption for more than 12 months, such that even though intermittent or continuing nicotine use has occurred during this period, the definitional requirements for dependence have not been met.

Index terms

  • Nicotine dependence, sustained partial remission

Excludes

  • 6C4A.0 – Episode of harmful use of nicotine
  • 6C4A.1 – Harmful pattern of use of nicotine

Exclusions from above levels

  • QE62 – Uncomplicated bereavement
  • QE84 – Acute stress reaction

Sibling codes

  • 6C4A.20 – Nicotine dependence, current use
  • 6C4A.21 – Nicotine dependence, early full remission
  • 6C4A.23 – Nicotine dependence, sustained full remission
  • 6C4A.2Z – Nicotine dependence, unspecified

Foundation entity

Nicotine dependence, sustained partial remission – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/986422897

Allowed postcoordination axes

Part of: 6C4A.2: Nicotine dependence › 6C4A: Disorders due to use of nicotine › 06: Mental, behavioural or neurodevelopmental disorders