T59.2X3
Non-billableToxic effect of formaldehyde, assault
Toxic effect of formaldehyde, assault
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Includes
Conditions included under this code
- aerosol propellants
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
Use Additional Code
Additional codes that should follow this code
Child Codes (3)
Related Codes(3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms(1)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for toxic effect of formaldehyde, assault?
The ICD-10-CM code for toxic effect of formaldehyde, assault is T59.2X3. The full clinical description is "Toxic effect of formaldehyde, assault". T59.2X3 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code T59.2X3 mean?
ICD-10-CM code T59.2X3 represents “Toxic effect of formaldehyde, assault”. It is classified under Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes and is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is T59.2X3 a billable code?
No, T59.2X3 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 T59.2X3.
What chapter is T59.2X3 in?
T59.2X3 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).
What codes cannot be used with T59.2X3?
T59.2X3 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: birth trauma (P10-P15); obstetric trauma (O70-O71); contact with and (suspected) exposure to toxic substances (Z77.-); and 1 more.
What are the subcategories under T59.2X3?
T59.2X3 has 3 child codes, including: T59.2X3A (Toxic effect of formaldehyde, assault, initial encounter), T59.2X3D (Toxic effect of formaldehyde, assault, subsequent encounter), T59.2X3S (Toxic effect of formaldehyde, assault, sequela).
Are additional codes required with T59.2X3?
Yes, when using T59.2X3, also report: any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-); code(s):; for all associated manifestations of toxic effect, such as: respiratory conditions due to external agents (J60-J70); personal history of foreign body fully removed (Z87.821); to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for T59.2X3?
T59.2X3 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2884868. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
How does T59.2X3 relate to ICF functioning codes?
ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like toxic effect of formaldehyde, assault 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 T59.2X3?
There is no direct ICD-11 mapping available for T59.2X3 in the WHO crosswalk tables. This may mean the concept is classified differently in ICD-11. Use the ICD-10 to ICD-11 converter to search for related codes.
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