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T20.55

Non-billable

Corrosion of first degree of scalp [any part]

Corrosion of first degree of scalp [any part]

This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.

Status

Non-billable / Header

Block

T20-T25

Parent Code

T20.5

Child Codes

3

Coding Notes

Includes

Conditions included under this code

  • burns and corrosions of first degree [erythema]
  • burns and corrosions of second degree [blisters][epidermal loss]
  • burns and corrosions of third degree [deep necrosis of underlying tissue] [full- thickness skin loss]

Excludes 1

Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)

Excludes 2

Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both

  • burn and corrosion of ear drum (T28.41, T28.91)
  • burn and corrosion of eye and adnexa (T26.-)
  • burn and corrosion of mouth and pharynx (T28.0)

Code First

The underlying condition must be sequenced before this code

  • (T51-T65) to identify chemical and intent

Use Additional Code

Additional codes that should follow this code

  • code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-)
  • code from category T31 or T32 to identify extent of body surface involved
  • external cause code to identify place (Y92)

Child Codes (3)

T20.55XA

Corrosion of first degree of scalp, initial encounter

BillableT20.55XD

Corrosion of first degree of scalp, subsequent encounter

BillableT20.55XS

Corrosion of first degree of scalp [any part], sequela

Billable

Also Known As / Clinical Terms

UMLS

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for corrosion of first degree of scalp [any part]?

The ICD-10-CM code for corrosion of first degree of scalp [any part] is T20.55. The full clinical description is "Corrosion of first degree of scalp [any part]". T20.55 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.

What does ICD-10 code T20.55 mean?

ICD-10-CM code T20.55 represents "Corrosion of first degree of scalp [any part]". It is classified under Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes and is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.

Is T20.55 a billable code?

No, T20.55 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 3 child codes under T20.55.

What chapter is T20.55 in?

T20.55 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).

What codes cannot be used with T20.55?

T20.55 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: birth trauma (P10-P15); obstetric trauma (O70-O71).

What are the subcategories under T20.55?

T20.55 has 3 child codes, including: T20.55XA (Corrosion of first degree of scalp, initial encounter), T20.55XD (Corrosion of first degree of scalp, subsequent encounter), T20.55XS (Corrosion of first degree of scalp [any part], sequela).

Are additional codes required with T20.55?

Yes, when using T20.55 you should also code: code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-); code from category T31 or T32 to identify extent of body surface involved; external cause code to identify place (Y92).

What are the UMLS CUIs for T20.55?

T20.55 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2870600. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.

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