2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code T47.2X3

Poisoning by stimulant laxatives, assault

ICD-10-CM Code:
T47.2X3
ICD-10 Code for:
Poisoning by stimulant laxatives, assault
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 agents primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system
        (T47)

T47.2X3 is a non-specific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of poisoning by stimulant laxatives, assault. 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 Poisoning by stimulant laxatives, assault

Non-specific codes like T47.2X3 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 poisoning by stimulant laxatives, assault:

  • Use T47.2X3A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use T47.2X3D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use T47.2X3S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

Clinical Information

  • Bisacodyl

    a diphenylmethane stimulant laxative used for the treatment of constipation and for bowel evacuation. (from martindale, the extra pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p871)
  • Bryonia

    a plant genus of the family cucurbitaceae that is the source of bryodin 1 (a ribosome-inactivating protein).
  • Phenolphthalein

    an acid-base indicator which is colorless in acid solution, but turns pink to red as the solution becomes alkaline. it is used medicinally as a cathartic.
  • Phenolphthaleins

    a family of 3,3-bis(p-hydroxyphenyl)phthalides. they are used as cathartics, indicators, and coloring agents.

Coding Guidelines

When coding a poisoning or reaction to the improper use of a medication (e.g., overdose, wrong substance given or taken in error, wrong route of administration), first assign the appropriate code from categories T36-T50. The poisoning codes have an associated intent as their 5th or 6th character (accidental, intentional self-harm, assault and undetermined. If the intent of the poisoning is unknown or unspecified, code the intent as accidental intent. The undetermined intent is only for use if the documentation in the record specifies that the intent cannot be determined. Use additional code(s) for all manifestations of poisonings.

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from block Poisoning by, adverse effect of and underdosing of agents primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system (T47). 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
AloesT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
AloinT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
BisacodylT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
BisoxatinT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
BryoniaT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
Carter's Little PillsT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
Cascara (sagrada)T47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
ChrysazinT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
ColocynthT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
Croton (oil)T47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
Croton (oil)
  »chloral
T47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
DanthronT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
DantronT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
DianthoneT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
DihydroxyanthraquinoneT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
DulcolaxT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
ElateriumT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
Ex-Lax (phenolphthalein)T47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
FrangulaT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
Frangula
  »extract
T47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
GambogeT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
Hinkle's pillsT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
JalapT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
Oleum riciniT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
OxyphenisatineT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
PhenisatinT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
PhenolphthaleinT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
Picosulfate (sodium)T47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
RhubarbT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
Rhubarb
  »dry extract
T47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
Rhubarb
  »tincture, compound
T47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
ScammonyT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
SennaT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
Sennoside A+BT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
Squirting cucumber (cathartic)T47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6
SulisatinT47.2X1T47.2X2T47.2X3T47.2X4T47.2X5T47.2X6

Patient Education


Poisoning

A poison is any substance that is harmful to your body. You might swallow it, inhale it, inject it, or absorb it through your skin. Any substance can be poisonous if too much is taken. Poisons can include:

  • Prescription or over-the-counter medicines taken in doses that are too high
  • Overdoses of illegal drugs
  • Carbon monoxide from gas appliances
  • Household products, such as laundry powder or furniture polish
  • Pesticides
  • Indoor or outdoor plants
  • Metals such as lead and mercury

The effects of poisoning range from short-term illness to brain damage, coma, and death. To prevent poisoning it is important to use and store products exactly as their labels say. Keep dangerous products where children can't get to them. Treatment for poisoning depends on the type of poison. If you suspect someone has been poisoned, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222 right away.


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Code History

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  • 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.