Hydroxide, caustic ICD-10-CM Codes
From the ICD-10-CM 2027 Table of Drugs and Chemicals. Codes for poisoning, adverse effects and underdosing. Each code takes a 7th character: A (initial encounter), D (subsequent encounter) or S (sequela). Full Table of Drugs and Chemicals
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| Term | Poisoning, accidental | Poisoning, self-harm | Poisoning, assault | Poisoning, undetermined | Adverse effect | Underdosing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydroxide, caustic | T54.3X1 | T54.3X2 | T54.3X3 | T54.3X4 | -- | -- |
What the Hydroxide, caustic codes mean
- T54.3X1 Toxic effect of corrosive alkalis and alkali-like substances, accidental (unintentional)
- T54.3X2 Toxic effect of corrosive alkalis and alkali-like substances, intentional self-harm
- T54.3X3 Toxic effect of corrosive alkalis and alkali-like substances, assault
- T54.3X4 Toxic effect of corrosive alkalis and alkali-like substances, undetermined