X08
Non-billableExposure to other specified smoke, fire and flames
Exposure to other specified smoke, fire and flames
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
7th Character Definitions
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
Child Codes (4)
ICD-11 Equivalents(1)
ICD-11 Equivalents
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Also Known As / Clinical Terms(1)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for exposure to other specified smoke, fire and flames?
The ICD-10-CM code for exposure to other specified smoke, fire and flames is X08. The full clinical description is "Exposure to other specified smoke, fire and flames". X08 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code X08 mean?
ICD-10-CM code X08 represents “Exposure to other specified smoke, fire and flames”. It is classified under Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity and is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is X08 a billable code?
No, X08 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 4 child codes under X08.
What chapter is X08 in?
X08 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What codes cannot be used with X08?
X08 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: arson (X97).
What are the subcategories under X08?
X08 has 4 child codes, including: X08.0 (Exposure to bed fire), X08.1 (Exposure to sofa fire), X08.2 (Exposure to other furniture fire), X08.8 (Exposure to other specified smoke, fire and flames).
What are the UMLS CUIs for X08?
X08 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0497044. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
How does X08 relate to ICF functioning codes?
ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like exposure to other specified smoke, fire and flames affect a person's functioning — body functions, activities, participation, and environmental factors. AutoICD provides ICF Core Sets for 12+ conditions and can map clinical text to ICF categories automatically. Browse the ICF directory to explore functioning codes.
What is the ICD-11 equivalent of X08?
X08 maps to the ICD-11 code: PB1Z (Unintentional exposure to unspecified thermal mechanism).
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