T63.481
Non-billableToxic effect of venom of arthropod, accidental
Toxic effect of venom of other arthropod, accidental (unintentional)
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
- bite or touch of venomous animal
- pricked or stuck by thorn or leaf
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.-)
- code(s):
- for all associated manifestations of toxic effect, such as: respiratory conditions due to external agents (J60-J70)
- personal history of foreign body fully removed (Z87.821)
- to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-)
- code, if applicable, for anaphylactic shock (T78.2)
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for toxic effect of venom of arthropod, accidental?
The ICD-10-CM code for toxic effect of venom of arthropod, accidental is T63.481. The full clinical description is "Toxic effect of venom of other arthropod, accidental (unintentional)". T63.481 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code T63.481 mean?
ICD-10-CM code T63.481 represents "Toxic effect of venom of other arthropod, accidental (unintentional)". 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 T63.481 a billable code?
No, T63.481 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 T63.481.
What chapter is T63.481 in?
T63.481 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).
What codes cannot be used with T63.481?
T63.481 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: birth trauma (P10-P15); obstetric trauma (O70-O71); contact with and (suspected) exposure to toxic substances (Z77.-).
What are the subcategories under T63.481?
T63.481 has 3 child codes, including: T63.481A (Toxic effect of venom of arthropod, accidental, init), T63.481D (Toxic effect of venom of arthropod, accidental, subs), T63.481S (Toxic effect of venom of arthropod, accidental, sequela).
Are additional codes required with T63.481?
Yes, when using T63.481 you should also code: code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-); code(s):; for all associated manifestations of toxic effect, such as: respiratory conditions due to external agents (J60-J70); personal history of foreign body fully removed (Z87.821); to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-); code, if applicable, for anaphylactic shock (T78.2).
What are the UMLS CUIs for T63.481?
T63.481 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2885706. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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