2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code T37.5X6

Underdosing of antiviral drugs

ICD-10-CM Code:
T37.5X6
ICD-10 Code for:
Underdosing of antiviral drugs
Is Billable?
Not Valid for Submission
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Code Classification

  • Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
    (S00–T88)
    • Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of drugs, medicaments and biological substances
      (T36-T50)
      • Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of other systemic anti-infectives and antiparasitics
        (T37)

T37.5X6 is a non-specific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of underdosing of antiviral drugs. The code is not specific and is NOT valid for the year 2024 for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions. Category or Header define the heading of a category of codes that may be further subdivided by the use of 4th, 5th, 6th or 7th characters.

Specific Coding Applicable to Underdosing of antiviral drugs

Non-specific codes like T37.5X6 require more digits to indicate the appropriate level of specificity. Consider using any of the following ICD-10-CM codes with a higher level of specificity when coding for underdosing of antiviral drugs:

  • Use T37.5X6A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use T37.5X6D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use T37.5X6S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

Clinical Information

  • Acyclovir

    a guanosine analog that acts as an antimetabolite. viruses are especially susceptible. used especially against herpes.
  • Valacyclovir

    a prodrug of acyclovir that is used in the treatment of herpes zoster and herpes simplex virus infection of the skin and mucous membranes, including genital herpes.
  • Inosine Pranobex

    an alkylamino-alcohol complex of inosine used in the treatment of a variety of viral infections. unlike other antiviral agents, it acts by modifying or stimulating cell-mediated immune processes rather than acting on the virus directly.
  • Methisazone

    an antiviral agent effective against pox viruses.
  • Ribavirin

    a nucleoside antimetabolite antiviral agent that blocks nucleic acid synthesis and is used against both rna and dna viruses.
  • Rimantadine

    an rna synthesis inhibitor that is used as an antiviral agent in the prophylaxis and treatment of influenza.
  • Thymopentin

    synthetic pentapeptide corresponding to the amino acids 32-36 of thymopoietin and exhibiting the full biological activity of the natural hormone. it is an immunomodulator which has been studied for possible use in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, aids, and other primary immunodeficiencies.
  • Trifluridine

    an antiviral derivative of thymidine used mainly in the treatment of primary keratoconjunctivitis and recurrent epithelial keratitis due to herpes simplex virus. (from martindale, the extra pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p557)
  • Vidarabine

    a nucleoside antibiotic isolated from streptomyces antibioticus. it has some antineoplastic properties and has broad spectrum activity against dna viruses in cell cultures and significant antiviral activity against infections caused by a variety of viruses such as the herpes viruses, the vaccinia virus and varicella zoster virus.
  • Vidarabine Phosphate

    an adenosine monophosphate analog in which ribose is replaced by an arabinose moiety. it is the monophosphate ester of vidarabine with antiviral and possibly antineoplastic properties.
  • Zalcitabine

    a dideoxynucleoside compound in which the 3'-hydroxy group on the sugar moiety has been replaced by a hydrogen. this modification prevents the formation of phosphodiester linkages which are needed for the completion of nucleic acid chains. the compound is a potent inhibitor of hiv replication at low concentrations, acting as a chain-terminator of viral dna by binding to reverse transcriptase. its principal toxic side effect is axonal degeneration resulting in peripheral neuropathy.
  • Zidovudine

    a dideoxynucleoside compound in which the 3'-hydroxy group on the sugar moiety has been replaced by an azido group. this modification prevents the formation of phosphodiester linkages which are needed for the completion of nucleic acid chains. the compound is a potent inhibitor of hiv replication, acting as a chain-terminator of viral dna during reverse transcription. it improves immunologic function, partially reverses the hiv-induced neurological dysfunction, and improves certain other clinical abnormalities associated with aids. its principal toxic effect is dose-dependent suppression of bone marrow, resulting in anemia and leukopenia.

Coding Guidelines

Underdosing refers to taking less of a medication than is prescribed by a provider or a manufacturer's instruction. Codes for underdosing should never be assigned as principal or first-listed codes. If a patient has a relapse or exacerbation of the medical condition for which the drug is prescribed because of the reduction in dose, then the medical condition itself should be coded.

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from block Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of other systemic anti-infectives and antiparasitics (T37). Use the following options for the aplicable episode of care:

  • A - initial encounter
  • D - subsequent encounter
  • S - sequela

Table of Drugs and Chemicals

The code is referenced in the Table of Drugs and Chemicals, this table contains a classification of drugs, industrial solvents, corrosive gases, noxious plants, pesticides, and other toxic agents.

According to ICD-10-CM coding guidelines it is advised to do not code directly from the Table of Drugs and Chemicals, instead always refer back to the Tabular List when doing the initial coding. Each substance in the table is assigned a code according to the poisoning classification and external causes of adverse effects. It is important to use as many codes as necessary to specify all reported drugs, medicinal or chemical substances. If the same diagnosis code describes the causative agent for more than one adverse reaction, poisoning, toxic effect or underdosing, utilize the code only once.

Substance Poisoning
Accidental
(unintentional)
Poisoning
Accidental
(self-harm)
Poisoning
Assault
Poisoning
Undetermined
Adverse
effect
Underdosing
ABOBT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
AciclovirT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
AcyclovirT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
Antiviral drug NECT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
Antiviral drug NEC
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T37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
Ara-AT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
AzidothymidineT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
AZTT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
DideoxycytidineT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
DideoxyinosineT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
FlumidinT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
Foscarnet sodiumT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
Fosfonet sodiumT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
Ganciclovir (sodium)T37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
IbacitabineT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
Inosine pranobexT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
Interferon (alpha) (beta) (gamma)T37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
MethisazoneT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
MethisoprinolT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
MetisazoneT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
MoroxydineT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
RibavirinT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
RimantadineT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
ThymopentinT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
TrifluridineT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
TromantadineT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
VidarabineT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
VirugonT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
ZalcitabineT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6
ZidovudineT37.5X1T37.5X2T37.5X3T37.5X4T37.5X5T37.5X6

Patient Education


Medication Errors

Medicines treat infectious diseases, prevent problems from chronic diseases, and ease pain. But medicines can also cause harmful reactions if not used correctly. Errors can happen in the hospital, at the health care provider's office, at the pharmacy, or at home. You can help prevent errors by:

  • Knowing your medicines. When you get a prescription, ask the name of the medicine and check to make sure that the pharmacy gave you the right medicine. Make sure that you understand how often you should take the medicine and how long you should take it.
  • Keeping a list of medicines.
    • Write down all of the medicines that you are taking, including the names of your medicines, how much you take, and when you take them. Make sure to include any over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, supplements, and herbs that you take.
    • List the medicines that you are allergic to or that have caused you problems in the past.
    • Take this list with you every time you see a health care provider.
  • Reading medicine labels and following the directions. Don't just rely on your memory - read the medication label every time. Be especially careful when giving medicines to children.
  • Asking questions. If you don't know the answers to these questions, ask your health care provider or pharmacist:
    • Why am I taking this medicine?
    • What are the common side effects?
    • What should I do if I have side effects?
    • When should I stop this medicine?
    • Can I take this medicine with the other medicines and supplements on my list?
    • Do I need to avoid certain foods or alcohol while taking this medicine?

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Code History

  • FY 2024 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2023 through 9/30/2024
  • FY 2023 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2022 through 9/30/2023
  • FY 2022 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2021 through 9/30/2022
  • FY 2021 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2020 through 9/30/2021
  • FY 2020 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2019 through 9/30/2020
  • FY 2019 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2018 through 9/30/2019
  • FY 2018 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2017 through 9/30/2018
  • FY 2017 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2016 through 9/30/2017
  • FY 2016 - New Code, effective from 10/1/2015 through 9/30/2016. This was the first year ICD-10-CM was implemented into the HIPAA code set.