X06.3 – Exposure to melting of other clothing and apparel

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Exposure to smoke, fire and flames

Non-billable header

ICD-10-CM code X06.3
Code
X06.3 (claims format: X063)
Description
Exposure to melting of other clothing and apparel
Billable
No – use a more specific code below
Valid for
Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter
20. External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
Block
X00-X08 Exposure to smoke, fire and flames
Parent codes
X06

Billable codes under X06.3

X06.3 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:

7th character values

Codes in this category need a 7th character to describe the encounter or episode of care (use placeholder X for empty positions).

CharacterMeaning
Ainitial encounter
Dsubsequent encounter
Ssequela

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

X06 – Exposure to ignition or melting of other clothing and apparel

Excludes2 (not included here):
  • exposure to uncontrolled fire in building or structure (X00.-)
  • exposure to uncontrolled fire, not in building or structure (X01.-)
  • exposure to controlled fire in building or structure (X02.-)
  • exposure to controlled fire, not in building or structure (X03.-)
  • exposure to ignition of highly flammable materials (X04.-)
7th character note:
  • The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category X06

Block X00-X08

Excludes1 (not coded here):
Excludes2 (not included here):

Related codes in X06

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code X06.3?

X06.3 is the ICD-10-CM code for exposure to melting of other clothing and apparel, in the block X00-X08 (Exposure to smoke, fire and flames).

Is X06.3 a billable code?

No. X06.3 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.

What category does X06.3 belong to?

It belongs to category X06 – Exposure to ignition or melting of other clothing and apparel.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.