T33.522
Non-billableSuperficial frostbite of left hand
Superficial frostbite of left hand
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 left hand?
The ICD-10-CM code for superficial frostbite of left hand is T33.522. The full clinical description is "Superficial frostbite of left hand". T33.522 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code T33.522 mean?
ICD-10-CM code T33.522 represents "Superficial frostbite of left hand". 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 T33.522 a billable code?
No, T33.522 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 T33.522.
What chapter is T33.522 in?
T33.522 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).
What codes cannot be used with T33.522?
T33.522 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 T33.522?
T33.522 has 3 child codes, including: T33.522A (Superficial frostbite of left hand, initial encounter), T33.522D (Superficial frostbite of left hand, subsequent encounter), T33.522S (Superficial frostbite of left hand, sequela).
Are additional codes required with T33.522?
Yes, when using T33.522 you should also code: code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for T33.522?
T33.522 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2876296. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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