Y27.9
Non-billableContact with unspecified hot objects, undetermined intent
Contact with unspecified hot objects, undetermined intent
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code Y27.9?
ICD-10-CM code Y27.9 represents "Contact with unspecified hot objects, undetermined intent". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is Y27.9 a billable code?
No, Y27.9 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 Y27.9.
What chapter is Y27.9 in?
Y27.9 is in Chapter 21: External Causes of Morbidity (codes V00-Y99).
What are the subcategories under Y27.9?
Y27.9 has 3 child codes, including: Y27.9XXA (Contact w unsp hot objects, undetermined intent, init encntr), Y27.9XXD (Contact w unsp hot objects, undetermined intent, subs encntr), Y27.9XXS (Contact with unsp hot objects, undetermined intent, sequela).
What are the UMLS CUIs for Y27.9?
Y27.9 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2906171. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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