T51-T65: Toxic effects of substances chiefly nonmedicinal as to source

ICD-10-CM 2027 block T51-T65 in chapter 19 (Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes) has 15 categories.

Block notes

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • contact with and (suspected) exposure to toxic substances (Z77.-)
Use additional code:
  • 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.-)
Notes:
  • When no intent is indicated code to accidental. Undetermined intent is only for use when there is specific documentation in the record that the intent of the toxic effect cannot be determined.