2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code T40.2X5

Adverse effect of other opioids

ICD-10-CM Code:
T40.2X5
ICD-10 Code for:
Adverse effect of other opioids
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 narcotics and psychodysleptics [hallucinogens]
        (T40)

T40.2X5 is a non-specific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of adverse effect of other opioids. 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 Adverse effect of other opioids

Non-specific codes like T40.2X5 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 adverse effect of other opioids:

  • Use T40.2X5A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use T40.2X5D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use T40.2X5S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

Approximate Synonyms

The following clinical terms are approximate synonyms or lay terms that might be used to identify the correct diagnosis code:

  • Codeine adverse reaction
  • Diamorphine adverse reaction
  • Dihydrocodeine adverse reaction
  • Drug-induced constipation
  • Morphinan opioid adverse reaction
  • Morphine adverse reaction
  • Opioid analgesic adverse reaction
  • Pruritus caused by drug
  • Pruritus caused by opioid
  • Therapeutic opioid induced constipation

Clinical Information

  • Codeine

    an opioid analgesic related to morphine but with less potent analgesic properties and mild sedative effects. it also acts centrally to suppress cough.
  • Dextrorphan

    dextro form of levorphanol. it acts as a noncompetitive nmda receptor antagonist, among other effects, and has been proposed as a neuroprotective agent. it is also a metabolite of dextromethorphan.
  • Ethylmorphine

    a narcotic analgesic and antitussive. it is metabolized in the liver by ethylmorphine-n-demethylase and used as an indicator of liver function.
  • Ethylmorphine-N-Demethylase

    a drug-metabolizing enzyme of the hepatic microsomal oxidase system which catalyzes the oxidation of the n-methyl group of ethylmorphine with the formation of formaldehyde.
  • Etorphine

    a narcotic analgesic morphinan used as a sedative in veterinary practice.
  • Hydrocodone

    narcotic analgesic related to codeine, but more potent and more addicting by weight. it is used also as cough suppressant.
  • Hydromorphone

    an opioid analgesic made from morphine and used mainly as an analgesic. it has a shorter duration of action than morphine.
  • Glucuronosyltransferase

    a family of enzymes accepting a wide range of substrates, including phenols, alcohols, amines, and fatty acids. they function as drug-metabolizing enzymes that catalyze the conjugation of udpglucuronic acid to a variety of endogenous and exogenous compounds. ec 2.4.1.17.
  • Morphine

    the principal alkaloid in opium and the prototype opiate analgesic and narcotic. morphine has widespread effects in the central nervous system and on smooth muscle.
  • Morphine Dependence

    strong dependence, both physiological and emotional, upon morphine.
  • Morphine Derivatives

    analogs or derivatives of morphine.
  • Receptors, Opioid, mu

    a class of opioid receptors recognized by its pharmacological profile. mu opioid receptors bind, in decreasing order of affinity, endorphins, dynorphins, met-enkephalin, and leu-enkephalin. they have also been shown to be molecular receptors for morphine.
  • Oxycodone

    a semisynthetic derivative of codeine.
  • Oxymorphone

    an opioid analgesic with actions and uses similar to those of morphine, apart from an absence of cough suppressant activity. it is used in the treatment of moderate to severe pain, including pain in obstetrics. it may also be used as an adjunct to anesthesia. (from martindale, the extra pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1092)
  • Thebaine

    a drug that is derived from opium, which contains from 0.3-1.5% thebaine depending on its origin. it produces strychnine-like convulsions rather than narcosis. it may be habit-forming and is a controlled substance (opiate) listed in the u.s. code of federal regulations, title 21 part 1308.12 (1985). (from merck index, 11th ed)

Coding Guidelines

When coding an adverse effect of a drug that has been correctly prescribed and properly administered, assign the appropriate code for the nature of the adverse effect followed by the appropriate code for the adverse effect of the drug.

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from block Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of narcotics and psychodysleptics [hallucinogens] (T40). 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
14-hydroxydihydro-morphinoneT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
AcemorphanT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
AlvodineT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
BenzomorphanT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
CodeineT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
DemerolT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
DesocodeineT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
DextrorphanT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
DifencloxazineT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
DihydrocodeineT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
DihydrocodeinoneT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
DihydrohydroxycodeinoneT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
DihydrohydroxymorphinoneT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
DihydroisocodeineT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
DihydromorphinoneT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
DihydroxycodeinoneT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
DilaudidT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
DioninT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
DrocodeT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
DromoranT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
EthylmorphineT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
EtorphineT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
EucodalT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
HeptalginT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
HycodanT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
HydrocodoneT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
HydromorphinoneT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
HydromorphoneT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
HydroxydihydrocodeinoneT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
LeritineT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
Levo-dromoranT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
MethylmorphineT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
MetoponT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
MorfinT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
MorphineT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
Morphine
  »antagonist
T40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
NisentilT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
NumorphanT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
Opioid NECT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
OxycodoneT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
OxymorphoneT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
ParacodinT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
ParzoneT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
PercodanT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
PiminodineT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
PrinadolT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
RacemorphanT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6
ThebaineT40.2X1T40.2X2T40.2X3T40.2X4T40.2X5T40.2X6

Patient Education


Drug Reactions

Most of the time, medicines make our lives better. They reduce aches and pains, fight infections, and control problems such as high blood pressure or diabetes. But medicines can also cause unwanted reactions, such as drug interactions, side effects, and allergies.

What is a drug interaction?

A drug interaction is a change in the way a drug acts in the body when taken with certain other drugs, foods, or supplements or when taken while you have certain medical conditions. Examples include:

  • Two drugs, such as aspirin and blood thinners
  • Drugs and food, such as statins and grapefruit
  • Drugs and supplements, such as gingko and blood thinners
  • Drugs and medical conditions, such as aspirin and peptic ulcers

Interactions could cause a drug to be more or less effective, cause side effects, or change the way one or both drugs work.

What are side effects?

Side effects are unwanted, usually unpleasant, effects caused by medicines. Most are mild, such as a stomachache, dry mouth, or drowsiness, and go away after you stop taking the medicine. Others can be more serious. Sometimes a drug can interact with a disease that you have and cause a side effect. For example, if you have a heart condition, certain decongestants can cause you to have a rapid heartbeat.

What are drug allergies?

Drug allergies are another type of reaction. They can range from mild to life-threatening. Skin reactions, such as hives and rashes, are the most common type. Anaphylaxis, a serious allergic reaction, is less common.

How can I stay safe when taking medicines?

When you start a new prescription or over-the-counter medicine, make sure you understand how to take it correctly. Know which other medicines, foods, and supplements you need to avoid. Always talk to your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions about your medicines.


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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.