Y26
Non-billableExposure to smoke, fire and flames, undetermined intent
Exposure to smoke, fire and flames, undetermined intent
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
7th Character Definitions
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
Child Codes (3)
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 smoke, fire and flames, undetermined intent?
The ICD-10-CM code for exposure to smoke, fire and flames, undetermined intent is Y26. The full clinical description is "Exposure to smoke, fire and flames, undetermined intent". Y26 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code Y26 mean?
ICD-10-CM code Y26 represents “Exposure to smoke, fire and flames, undetermined intent”. 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 Y26 a billable code?
No, Y26 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 Y26.
What chapter is Y26 in?
Y26 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What are the subcategories under Y26?
Y26 has 3 child codes, including: Y26.XXXA (Exposure to smoke, fire and flames, undet intent, init), Y26.XXXD (Exposure to smoke, fire and flames, undet intent, subs), Y26.XXXS (Exposure to smoke, fire and flames, undet intent, sequela).
What are the UMLS CUIs for Y26?
Y26 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0480994. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
How does Y26 relate to ICF functioning codes?
ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like exposure to smoke, fire and flames, undetermined intent 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 Y26?
Y26 maps to the ICD-11 code: PH56&XM9N00.
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