X17
Non-billableContact with hot engines, machinery and tools
Contact with hot engines, machinery and tools
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
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 X17?
ICD-10-CM code X17 represents "Contact with hot engines, machinery and tools". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is X17 a billable code?
No, X17 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 X17.
What chapter is X17 in?
X17 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What codes cannot be used with X17?
X17 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: exposure to excessive natural heat (X30); exposure to fire and flames (X00-X08); contact with hot heating appliances, radiators and pipes (X16); and 1 more.
What are the subcategories under X17?
X17 has 3 child codes, including: X17.XXXA (Contact with hot engines, machinery and tools, init encntr), X17.XXXD (Contact with hot engines, machinery and tools, subs encntr), X17.XXXS (Contact with hot engines, machinery and tools, sequela).
What are the UMLS CUIs for X17?
X17 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0479731. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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