T33.019
Non-billableSuperficial frostbite of unspecified ear
Superficial frostbite of unspecified ear
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Includes
Conditions included under this code
- frostbite with partial 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
Use Additional Code
Additional codes that should follow this code
- code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-)
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for superficial frostbite of unspecified ear?
The ICD-10-CM code for superficial frostbite of unspecified ear is T33.019. The full clinical description is "Superficial frostbite of unspecified ear". T33.019 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code T33.019 mean?
ICD-10-CM code T33.019 represents "Superficial frostbite of unspecified ear". 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 T33.019 a billable code?
No, T33.019 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 T33.019.
What chapter is T33.019 in?
T33.019 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).
What codes cannot be used with T33.019?
T33.019 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 T33.019?
T33.019 has 3 child codes, including: T33.019A (Superficial frostbite of unspecified ear, initial encounter), T33.019D (Superficial frostbite of unspecified ear, subs encntr), T33.019S (Superficial frostbite of unspecified ear, sequela).
Are additional codes required with T33.019?
Yes, when using T33.019 you should also code: code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for T33.019?
T33.019 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2876246. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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