X16.XXXA – Contact with hot heating appliances, radiators and pipes, initial encounter

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Contact with heat and hot substances

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code X16.XXXA
Code
X16.XXXA (claims format: X16XXXA)
Description
Contact with hot heating appliances, radiators and pipes, initial encounter
Short description
Contact w hot heating appliances, radiators and pipes, init
Billable
Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for
Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter
20. External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
Block
X10-X19 Contact with heat and hot substances
Parent codes
X16

7th character values

Codes in this category need a 7th character to describe the encounter or episode of care.

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.

X16 – Contact with hot heating appliances, radiators and pipes

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • contact with powered appliances (W29.-)
  • exposure to controlled fire in building or structure due to appliance (X02.8)
  • exposure to industrial appliances electrical current (W86.1)
7th character note:
  • The appropriate 7th character is to be added to code X16

Block X10-X19

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • exposure to excessive natural heat (X30)
  • exposure to fire and flames (X00-X08)

Related codes in X16

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code X16.XXXA?

X16.XXXA is the ICD-10-CM code for contact with hot heating appliances, radiators and pipes, initial encounter, in the block X10-X19 (Contact with heat and hot substances).

Is X16.XXXA a billable code?

Yes. X16.XXXA is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does X16.XXXA belong to?

It belongs to category X16 – Contact with hot heating appliances, radiators and pipes.

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.