T54.2X
Header — not billableToxic effects of corrosive acids and acid-like substances
The ICD-10 code for toxic effects of corrosive acids and acid-like substances is T54.2X.
T54.2X is a non-billable header code. It groups related conditions but cannot be used on its own for reimbursement — select one of the 4 more specific codes below.
Documentation support
General coding-documentation guidance — not a substitute for payer-specific requirements or professional coding judgment.
- •This is a non-billable header code. Documentation must support a more specific child code before this diagnosis can be reported on a claim.
- •As a general rule, code to the highest level of specificity supported by the documentation in the medical record.
Child codes under T54.2X
- T54.2X1Toxic effect of corrosive acids and acid-like substances, accidental (unintentional)
- T54.2X2Toxic effect of corrosive acids and acid-like substances, intentional self-harm
- T54.2X3Toxic effect of corrosive acids and acid-like substances, assault
- T54.2X4Toxic effect of corrosive acids and acid-like substances, undetermined