Contact with hot heating appliances, radiators and pipes, initial encounter
Billable / specific
X16.XXXA is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes in FY2027.
Inclusion terms
Includes (from X16)
- Note: This chapter permits the classification of environmental events and circumstances as the cause of injury, and other adverse effects. Where a code from this section is applicable, it is intended that it shall be used secondary to a code from another chapter of the Classification indicating the nature of the condition. Most often, the condition will be classifiable to Chapter 19, Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88). Other conditions that may be stated to be due to external causes are classified in Chapters I to XVIII. For these conditions, codes from Chapter 20 should be used to provide additional information as to the cause of the condition.
Excludes1
Not coded here — never report together with this code.
- exposure to excessive natural heat (X30) (from X16)
- exposure to fire and flames (X00-X08) (from X16)
- contact with powered appliances (W29.-) (from X16)
- exposure to controlled fire in building or structure due to appliance (X02.8) (from X16)
- exposure to industrial appliances electrical current (W86.1) (from X16)
7th character
The 7th character values that apply to this code (defined at X16). Use the placeholder "X" for missing positions.
| Character | Meaning |
|---|---|
| A | initial encounter |
| D | subsequent encounter |
| S | sequela |
Parent code
- X16Contact with hot heating appliances, radiators and pipesNeeds 7th char