X31.XXXS – Exposure to excessive natural cold, sequela

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Exposure to forces of nature

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code X31.XXXS
Code
X31.XXXS (claims format: X31XXXS)
Description
Exposure to excessive natural cold, sequela
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
X30-X39 Exposure to forces of nature
Parent codes
X31

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.

X31 – Exposure to excessive natural cold

Applicable to:
  • Excessive cold as the cause of chilblains NOS
  • Excessive cold as the cause of immersion foot or hand
  • Exposure to cold NOS
  • Exposure to weather conditions
Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • cold of man-made origin (W93.-)
  • contact with or inhalation of dry ice (W93.-)
  • contact with or inhalation of liquefied gas (W93.-)
7th character note:
  • The appropriate 7th character is to be added to code X31

Related codes in X31

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code X31.XXXS?

X31.XXXS is the ICD-10-CM code for exposure to excessive natural cold, sequela, in the block X30-X39 (Exposure to forces of nature).

Is X31.XXXS a billable code?

Yes. X31.XXXS is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does X31.XXXS belong to?

It belongs to category X31 – Exposure to excessive natural cold.

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.