X05
Non-billableExposure to ignition or melting of nightwear
Exposure to ignition or melting of nightwear
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Excludes 2
Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both
- explosions (W35-W40)
- lightning (T75.0-)
- transport accident (V01-V99)
- exposure to uncontrolled fire in building or structure (X00.-)
- exposure to uncontrolled fire, not in building or structure (X01.-)
- exposure to controlled fire in building or structure (X02.-)
- exposure to controlled fire, not in building or structure (X03.-)
- exposure to ignition of highly flammable materials (X04.-)
7th Character Definitions
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code X05?
ICD-10-CM code X05 represents "Exposure to ignition or melting of nightwear". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is X05 a billable code?
No, X05 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 X05.
What chapter is X05 in?
X05 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What codes cannot be used with X05?
X05 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: arson (X97).
What are the subcategories under X05?
X05 has 3 child codes, including: X05.XXXA (Exposure to ignition or melting of nightwear, init encntr), X05.XXXD (Exposure to ignition or melting of nightwear, subs encntr), X05.XXXS (Exposure to ignition or melting of nightwear, sequela).
What are the UMLS CUIs for X05?
X05 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0497042. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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